Lossy's Journal

Yukari

*happy humming*

Yukari

I always find myself humming after a hot bath. I wonder why.

(She's in an extra good mood today...)

Yukari

Oh hi, PLAYER!

Hi, Miss Yukari!

Yukari

Hehe, you're such a sweet girl.

Yukari

Tell me: do you like hot springs?

I love them!

Were you just taking a bath in one?

Yukari

I was. I slipped through a gap and floated around for a while.

I wanna float around, too!

Yukari

Well, you're in luck.

Yukari

This next world is―

Filled with hot springs?!

Yukari

Teehee, someone's a little impatient.

Yukari

But, yes.

Yukari

This next world is indeed filled with hot springs.

Yukari

And the people there love to soak in them.

Yukari

They call the hot spring town "Hidden Springs."

Hidden Springs...!

Yukari

My, my, you sound excited.

Yukari

Are you imagining it?

Yukari

Bubbling hot springs, a blanket of steam as far as the eye can see...

Yukari

But before you get to take a dip, you might end up sweating for a different reason.

What do you mean?

Am I gonna have to exercise first or something?

Yukari

Teehee, you'll have to find out for yourself.

Yukari

Now, off you go. To the world of hidden hot springs.

Yukari

And while you're there...

Yukari

Be sure to make lots of memories.

In the L2.5 Universe, in Former Hell...

Yamame

Welcome to Hidden Springs!

Thanks for inviting me here, Miss Yamame!

Yamame

I should be the one thanking you. You came all this way, after all.

I was super excited!

I've never stayed in Hidden Springs before!

Yamame

Glad to hear it!

Yamame

That's your hotel!

Yamame

What do you think? It's pretty big, right?!

It's huge!

Is that stage over there where you're gonna perform?

Yamame

Yep, that's the one. I'm gonna sing in front of everyone!

Yamame

Me!

Yay!

The sign says "Opening Act"!

Yamame

Yep! I was chosen to open the show.

Yamame

That's why I invited you.

Yamame

Anyway, it's starting soon. Don't miss it!

Yamame

By the way, it was me who built the stage.

Yamame

Me!

Yamame

I even rigged up all of the lights! Amazing, right?!

Yamame

Right?!

Totally amazing!

Yamame

Aww, you really think so? Teehee, thanks!

Yamame

Oops, I gotta go or I'll be late. Bye!

Yamame

Come listen to my set before you check into your hotel!

Sure thing!

Well, this is the place...

There are so many vengeful spirits in the crowd!

*gasp* Miss Yamame's on stage!

Yamame

Are you ready for a good time?!

Yamame

Of course you are!

The vengeful spirits are going wild!

I-I gotta get outta here!

???

Quick, this way.

Miss Parsee?!

Parsee

Oh, you actually recognize me.

Parsee

Oops, there's no time to chat.

Parsee

The vengeful spirits are out of control.

Parsee

Look's like Yamame's set is a little TOO exciting.

Yamame

That's it! I wanna see you go CRAZY!

Parsee

Does she realize she's making it worse?!

Parsee

Great. They're doing exactly what she told them!

Parsee

At times like this, the best we can do is take a leaf out of Yuugi's book...

Parsee

And use overwhelming power to quiet them down.

(Miss Parsee calmed the vengeful spirits down.)

(Now I can enjoy Miss Yamame's performance.)

Parsee

I hate to admit it, but Yamame's a big star in the Underworld.

She's like a real idol!

Excited Child

*happy singing*

Wow, someone sounds like they're having fun!

Excited Child

...

(Sh-She's staring right at me!)

Um... Do I know you?

Hey, wait―

(She left...)

Yamame

Phew, I did it!

Yamame

...Hm? Parsee, is that you?

Parsee

Uh-huh. I might not be the Parsee you're used to, though.

Parsee

Yuugi summoned me with a Seal Crystal a while back because she needed extra help.

Yamame

Huh... Well, I don't mind which Parsee you are.

Yamame

All I wanna know is what you two thought of my performance!

Yamame

Be honest, though. I don't need compliments. Really, I don't!

Parsee

All I felt was overwhelming jealousy.

Yamame

You're not so different from regular Parsee, huh?

Yamame

You saying you were jealous is basically a compliment!

Parsee

N-No, it's not!

You were incredible, Miss Yamame!!

Yamame

See, Parsee? PLAYER's not afraid of a little honesty.

Yamame

I was pretty worried before I got on stage... but it seemed like everyone was having fun!

Yamame

I was just the opening act, though. Yuugi should be making her announcement any moment.

Oh yeah, I forgot to ask...

What's all this for?

Yuugi

Listen up! It's finally time...

Yuugi

To give you your stamp cards!

Yuugi

Just like last time, this ain't gonna be a walk in the park! Anyone signing up better be ready for a fight!

Parsee

The vengeful spirits getting riled up is no surprise... but so's everyone else.

Yamame

This event's becoming something of a Hidden Springs staple.

Yamame

...Yuugi's headed our way.

Yuugi

Yamame, great work on stage earlier! Really appreciate it!

Yamame

It wasn't easy getting everything ready so quick. Gimme a little more of a heads-up next time, would you?

Yuugi

Will do!

Parsee

Can I get my stamp card now, Yuugi?

Yuugi

Right, right. Here's yours. And here's Yamame's.

What exactly are those things?

Yuugi

...Hm? Oh, I didn't see you there! Haha, you want one too, huh?

No, I didn't say that―

Yuugi

Then you'll have to battle me for it.

Yuugi

No point handing these out to weaklings!

Yuugi

Superb!

Yuugi

The Hidden Springs Stamp Rally is kicking off tomorrow.

Yuugi

It'll go on for two days. Everyone gets one of these stamp cards.

Yuugi

See those nine circles on it?

Yuugi

All you gotta do is visit the stands scattered around the town and get them all stamped.

Yuugi

Anyone who brings the event organizer a full stamp card gets an awesome prize!

Yamame

My performance was the first part of the rally!

Yuugi

Here, this is your stamp card!

Yuugi

OK, I've got plenty more of these to hand out. Good luck collecting stamps, guys!

Yamame

Later, Yuugi!

Yamame

Right, now we've all got our cards, let's head to the hotel and rest up.

Rumia

Hm? Is that you, PLAYER?

Hey, Rumia!

That outfit's super cute! You look like a cuddly monster!

Rumia

You like it? It's a little baggy, but that makes it perfect to relax in after a hot bath.

Parsee

You two know each other?

Rumia

Yeah, we met each other in Gensokyo.

Yamame

So what are you doing here?

Rumia

Yuugi invited me.

Parsee

You too, huh?

Rumia

Yep. I'm just tryna enjoy my time here.

Rumia

That reminds me, try one of these cookies. They're so good.

Thanks!

Parsee

They're a pretty strange shape.

Rumia

Apparently, they're called "shrine maiden cookies." They started selling them here recently.

Parsee

Huh. Maybe I'll buy some later.

Yamame

So, are you taking part in the Stamp Rally, Rumia?

Rumia

You bet! I want one of those prizes!

Yamame

Me, too! Let's all give it our best.

Yamame

We're headed to our hotel. See you later.

Yamame

Oh right, I almost forgot. Me and you are staying in the same room, PLAYER!

We are?!

Yamame

Of course. There's no way I'd let you stay by yourself with all these vengeful spirits lurking about.

Yay! Let's have a pillow fight!

Yamame

Haha, all right. But don't expect me to go easy on you!

Wow, the view from this room is amazing!

Look at all the steam covering the town!

Yamame

Glad you like it. The futons were fluffed up earlier, so they're extra soft!

Yamame

Whoa, you dived straight in.

Ahhh... You're right, this is comfy.

Yamame

Haha, imagine if the Stamp Rally prize turned out to be a luxury feather futon.

Wait, you mean you don't know what it is?

Yamame

Nope, not a clue.

Yamame

This is far from the first rally, but no one's ever completed their stamp card.

Yamame

So the prize is still a total mystery.

Yamame

The hype around it has gotten so intense that people from all over have started coming here just to take part in the rally.

Yamame

Then there are the rumors.

Yamame

The vengeful spirits are all convinced the prize is becoming the ruler of Hell!

The ruler... of Hell... *snore*

Yamame

Who falls asleep that fast?!

Yamame

...

Parsee

...

Parsee

So... did you sleep well?

Yep, I feel totally refreshed!

Yamame

...What are you doing here, Parsee?

Parsee

What do you mean?! The Stamp Rally starts today!

Parsee

You were the one who said it's too dangerous to let PLAYER go off by herself!

Yamame

So?

Parsee

So, I can't trust you to protect her alone!

Yamame

Ohh, I remember. You went around all by yourself at the last rally.

Parsee

DID NOT!

Parsee

W-Wipe that grin off your face!

Parsee

...Fine! Maybe I was all alone! And maybe... JUST MAYBE I got a little jealous of everyone else!

Parsee

But so what?!

Yamame

Whoa, calm down! If it means that much to you, you can come with us!

Yamame

But that prize is mine. We can collect stamps together, but after that, it's a race to find Yuugi!

Yamame

That goes for you too, PLAYER.

No need to tell me twice!

Parsee

Hmph, at least now we're all on the same page.

Yamame

For now, though, we're a team. Let's head to the start point.

Yamame

All right, we're here!

Parsee

Yep, and so are all those vengeful spirits.

Parsee

They're glaring at each other and firing warning shots. This world sure is rowdy.

Yuugi

Who's ready for action?!

Yuugi

Looks like everyone's here!

Yuugi

I'm sure you're expecting some sorta speech from me... but screw that! The Stamp Rally starts now!

Yuugi

Three, two, one...

Yuugi

GO!

Yamame

Whoa, look at the vengeful spirits go!

Parsee

It's every spirit for themselves...

Parsee

Even the non-spirits are on the move.

Komachi

Slow down, Piece. You'll trip.

Clownpiece

Sorry, I can't let those vengeful spirits beat me!

Clownpiece

Oh, no. My yukata belt is coming loose...

Clownpiece

Help me, Miss Komachiii!

Clownpiece

If my belt falls off, I'll never be a cool grown-up like you!

Komachi

OK, OK, I'll fix it. Isn't it about time you had a growth spurt?

Parsee

Those two again.

Komachi

Hm? Why're you guys just standing around?

Clownpiece

I know why.

Clownpiece

Because they're too dumb to figure out the rally route!

Komachi

Makes sense. Listen up, you three.

Komachi

There's a small map on your stamp cards that shows the route. Just follow that.

Yamame

I know that! I've taken part in every rally so far!

Parsee

And this is my second time.

W-Well, since this is my first time, I didn't know.

So thanks for telling me!

Clownpiece

See? Miss Komachi's so helpful!

Clownpiece

But from here on, we're rivals! That prize is ours!

Komachi

That's right. Eat our dust!

Parsee

I thought they'd never leave.

Yamame

We're with PLAYER, so I reckon we should go at our own pace.

Yamame

The first stamp stand's at the top of these stone steps.

Parsee

Huh, that's new.

Does the route change every time?

Yamame

Yep, it's never the same twice.

Parsee

It's not just the route that changes. The rules do, too.

Parsee

There's the stamp stand.

Yamame

So that's where it was hiding!

Yamame

Everyone's free to stamp their own cards. You can go first, PLAYER!

Parsee

Yep. After all, this is your first rally.

All right, I stamped my card!

Yamame

Sweet. That means we're one step closer to the prize!

(All those vengeful spirits earlier had me worried, but...)

Phew. This isn't as scary as I thought it'd be!

Parsee

What do you mean?

N-Nothing!

C'mon, you two need to stamp your cards, too!

Parsee

Is it me, or does PLAYER look happier than before?

Yamame

I think she's skipping!

Yamame

I can see the next stamp stand!

Parsee

It's up pretty high, huh?

Yamame

Look, someone's up there!

Shion

Welcome to the bungee jump stand!

The what?

Shion

D-Didn't you hear me? It's, umm, the bungee jump stand!

Parsee & Yamame

She's kidding, right?

Parsee & Yamame

Right?!

Yamame

You mean we're supposed to jump from all the way up here?!

Shion

W-Well, yeah... That's what a bungee jump is!

Parsee

Bungee jumping in Hell sounds way too dangerous!

Shion

You guys really don't get it, do you? The danger is what makes it fun!

Yamame

Umm, where's the cord?

Shion

Cord? Who said anything about a cord?

Parsee

The bungee cord. It must be here somewhere.

Shion

Nope.

Yamame

Nope?!

Parsee

Y-You're joking, right?

Shion

If you wanted a cord, you should've brought one. It's always better to use equipment you trust.

Parsee

What kinda lunatic carries around their own bungee cord?!

I don't see what all this has to do with stamps...

Shion

Look down. See that ink pad at the bottom of the cliff?

Shion

You're supposed to bungee down and grab it.

Shion

That's the only way to stamp your card.

Yamame

So it's another one of THESE rallies.

What do you mean?

Shion

If you haven't got a bungee cord, I guess I could lend you mine.

Parsee

You're telling us this NOW?

Yamame

How come you're running a stand, anyway?

Shion

Yuugi asked me to... She said she'd give me something yummy in return.

Shion

So? Are you guys gonna jump or what?

It's kinda scary...

Shion

Yeah, but you'll look super cool. There's nothing like feeling the wind in your hair. The view's not bad, either.

Yamame

Cut it out. PLAYER's just a kid.

Shion

That's why it's important for her to conquer her fears.

???

Hey.

Nazrin

If you're not gonna jump, get outta the way.

Yamame

It's Nazrin! I didn't know you were taking part in the rally.

Nazrin

I want that prize.

Nazrin

But time's ticking. I can't sit around waiting for you to decide whether to jump or not.

Nazrin

Which means it's battle time.

Nazrin

If I win, you go to the back of the line.

Nazrin

Ow, ow, ow. OK, you got me. You guys can jump first.

Parsee

No, you go ahead.

Yep, be our guest!

Yamame

You two couldn't have said that earlier?

Nazrin

Are you sure? ...OK, then. You there, gimme a cord.

Shion

Coming right up!

Nazrin

Hmm, feels sturdy enough.

B-Be careful!

Nazrin

Don't worry, I'm a treasure hunter. Retrieving lost items is what I do best.

Nazrin

Even if they're at the bottom of a cliff! *jump*

Yamame

She actually jumped!

Nazrin

Just a little further... then I can grab the―

*snap*

Nazrin

Oh no.

Yamame

She's still falling!

I think the cord snapped!

Parsee

Wh-Wh-What just happened?

A hole opened up...

And Nazrin fell into it.

Yamame

This stamp stand is crazy!

Shion

Huh, the cord snapped. How unfortunate...

Parsee

It was YOUR cord!

So... where's Nazrin?!

Shion

Well, she fell into a Hell Hole.

Parsee

What's a Hell Hole?

Yamame

Beats me!

Shion

Loads of them were made around Hidden Springs for this Stamp Rally.

Parsee & Yamame

Why?!

Shion

Hmm, I dunno. Maybe to make things more fun?

Parsee & Yamame

...

Parsee & Yamame

How's that s'posed to be fun?!

Parsee

So, where do these Hell Holes even lead to?

Shion

Beats me. They were only installed for the Stamp Rally.

Shion

But rumor has it, if you fall into one...

Shion

You'll suffer all the terrifying tortures of Hell!

Umm, Miss Yamame, Miss Parsee...

I think this rally might be kinda dangerous, after all.

Parsee

You were mumbling something about that before, huh?

Yamame

Well, we're in Former Hell, so it was never gonna be safe. Guess I should've made that clearer...

Yamame

The reason no one's ever completed their stamp card...

Yamame

...is because there's always something super dangerous keeping us from the stamps.

Parsee

Last time, boulders came crashing down, some idiot youkai went on a violent rampage...

Parsee

And some stamp stands were hidden in trap-filled mazes.

Yamame

Basically, getting each stamp was a crazy mission of its own!

Parsee

After everyone gave up last time, they all got super mad. We were close to a full-blown riot.

Yamame

And yet here we are with bungee jumps and Hell Holes... *sigh* Yuugi told me it might be easier this time.

Parsee

That "might" is doing a lot of heavy lifting.

*shaking*

Parsee

Whoa, PLAYER's literally shaking in her boots.

Yamame

Can you blame her? Maybe we should just call it a day.

C-Cold... So cold.

It's like it turned to winter all of a sudden.

Parsee

Y-You're right. It is a little chilly.

Cirno

You can thank me for that!

Wakasagihime

Cirnooo, don't get carried away.

Parsee

Oh, it's you two...

Shion

Here to bungee jump?

Cirno

Bungee jump? Pfft, forget that. We're here to hunt!

Cirno

You two are fine, but that kid's a newbie... which means she's fair game!

Cirno

It's hunting time!

Cirno

Urgh... How did the hunter become the hunted?

Parsee

Why were you hunting in the first place?

Cirno

Because I HAVE to win the rally this time! The fewer participants, the better my chances!

Wakasagihime

Sorry. I tried to stop her.

Cirno

Huh?! Quit apologizing!

Wakasagihime

But you interrupted everyone's stamp-collecting. Including mine.

Cirno

I did?! I didn't mean to cause you any trouble, Wakasagihime! I'm soooo sorry!

Parsee

Am I the only one who thinks she should be apologizing to us instead?

Yamame

Meh, probably best not to dwell on it. Let's just grab that inkpad and stamp our cards.

Parsee

You mean you're gonna jump?

Yamame

Doesn't seem like we have much choice. Hey, Shion, I don't HAVE to use a cord, right?

Shion

Nope. This spot's all about getting the ink.

Yamame

Huh, so there was no need for any of us to get... jumpy!

Parsee

Good one...

Yamame

This is gonna be easy. See you in a sec!

Yamame

Here goes.

Miss Yamame's using her silk!

Yamame

Gotcha!

She lowered herself down the cliff and got the ink!

Yamame

That was pretty cool, right?!

Yamame

Compliments, please!

That was AMAZING!

Wakasagihime

It sure was.

Parsee

Why are you chiming in?

Yamame

PLAYER, Parsee, it's stamping time.

There!

Now I have two stamps!

Yamame

What do you want me to do with the ink, Shion?

Shion

Just leave it here. Another staff member will put it back later.

Yamame

Huh. Sure you don't want me to put it back myself?

Shion

That'd be a big help.

Cirno

W-Wait!

Yamame

What's this? You don't want it for yourself, do you?

Cirno

N-No!

Yamame

Are you suuure?

Cirno

S-Super sure! Super duper mega sure!

Cirno

...

Cirno

*sob*

Yamame

Fine! Just promise you'll stop crying!

Yamame

Here you go. Stamp to your heart's content!

Cirno

B-But I don't want it!

Parsee

And yet, you took it when she handed it to you...

Wakasagihime

C'mon, Cirno, let's stamp our cards together.

Cirno

OK... *ice fairy stamp* Now I've got two!

Parsee

Why don't you quit hunting newbies and just focus on getting stamps?

Parsee

Besides, didn't Yuugi invite you here herself?

Parsee

She said something about you helping to make hot springs that even heat-sensitive folks can enjoy.

Cirno

Yep! But even hot spring developers need breaks!

Parsee

Breaks? Yes. Hunting sprees? No.

Wakasagihime

Sorry. But Cirno has her reasons.

Yamame

She does?

Wakasagihime

The last Stamp Rally was our first. But it ended in disaster when someone burned our cards.

Wakasagihime

This time, she's determined to be the fire starter, not the one on fire... so to speak.

This whole time, I thought the rampaging youkai―

―from Parsee's story was Cirno.

Parsee

Nope.

Parsee

It was someone selfish, short-tempered, ridiculously strong, and a total pain in the―

Yamame

You might wanna keep it down.

Tenshi

Go on, finish what you were saying.

Tenshi

A total pain in the what?!

Cirno

Eek, it's her!

Tenshi

Hey, quit acting like I'm some kinda spooky ghost.

Yamame

You're a million times worse than any ghost!

Tenshi

Flatter me all you want, it won't change a thing.

Yamame

I wasn't trying to flatter you...

Parsee

Let me guess, you're here to sabotage the rally again.

Yamame

Do you have any idea how many people dropped out injured last time?!

So it was Miss Tenshi who went on a rampage...

Tenshi

Hmph. I was only trying to liven things up. But I suppose the goodwill of the strong is lost on the weak.

Tenshi

I'll just have to let you experience it... up close and personal.

Parsee

Uh-oh...!

Cirno

W-We gotta get outta here, Wakasagihime!

Wakasagihime

Quit yanking my arm, Cirno!

Yamame

Th-They ran off!

Parsee

Yep, and unless you want a repeat of the last rally, it's time for us to do the same.

Tenshi

I won't let you get away that easy!

Sh-She's attacking us!

Yamame

Grab on! I'll sling us all away!

OK!

Parsee

Grabbing on!

Yamame

Urgh, you're so heavy!

Parsee

Hey!

Yamame

I didn't mean just you! I meant you're BOTH heavy! ...I-I mean you're heavy combined! Oh, whatever!

Tenshi

Huh, they actually got away.

Tenshi

You can run, but you can't hide.

Tenshi

If you keep collecting stamps, I'll find you!

Shion

Umm, Miss Tenshi?

Tenshi

What?

Shion

W-Wanna bungee jump?

Yamame

*pant* *pant* We ran so hard to get away that we ended up near the next stamp stand.

It's right across the bridge.

Yamame

What do you think, PLAYER? Wanna drop out of the rally?

Hmm... no!

It's fun going around with you two!

Yamame

N'aww...

Yamame

All right, we'll do our best to protect you! Won't we, Parsee?

Parsee

We sure will.

Parsee

That said, I doubt we'll make it through this unscathed whatever we do.

Parsee

If we go back, Tenshi will be waiting for us.

Yamame

So basically, we find a way to ditch her for good, defeat her, or get defeated ourselves.

Yamame

I can't believe she thinks this is her "livening things up!" What a joke!

Parsee

For now, we need to put some distance between us. Let's cross the bridge and stamp our cards.

Yamame

Hm? There's a sign here.

Let's read it!

Parsee

It says, "A bridge you must not..." The last part's all smudged.

???

Hoh hoh.

Mamizou

What's this?

Miss... Mamizou?

Mamizou

Long time, no see! I'm taking part in this rally, too.

Parsee

Great timing. Can you figure out what this sign says?

Yamame

You're the perfect person for the job!

Mamizou

Relax, I already have the answer.

Mamizou

It's simple, really.

Parsee & Yamame

It is?

Mamizou

It's supposed to say, "A bridge you must not fall off."

Parsee

So... we just have to try not to fall off?

Mamizou

Exactly. Stay well clear of the edges, or you'll end up in one o' them Hell Holes.

Mamizou

Told you it was simple.

Wow!

Yamame

Wayda go, Mamizou!

Parsee

I guess that makes sense. But I dunno...

Mamizou

Since I figured it out first, I get to cross first! Hoh hoh hoh!

Mamizou

Look, if you just stay away from the edges, it's totally safe! Hoh hoh hoh!

Mamizou

Hoh hoh... hoh?

Mamizou

Ahhh!

Yamame

...

Parsee

...

Yamame

Please tell me that didn't just happen.

Parsee

Oh, it happened all right. Mamizou fell through the bridge.

A-A hole opened up and sucked her down!

Parsee

Yep, it's just like before.

Yamame

So nowhere on the bridge is safe?!

Parsee

It certainly seems that way.

Parsee

When it rains, it pours. Vengeful spirits spotted.

Yamame

They must be taking part in the rally, too.

Yamame

They're heading for the bridge! They can fly, so they should make it across...

They're getting sucked into the Hell Hole!

Yamame

But they never even landed on the bridge!

Parsee

One by one, there they go... Huh.

Yamame

What is it, Parsee?

Parsee

The Hell Hole opened up at the sound of Mamizou's first footstep.

Parsee

And the same happened as the vengeful spirits whooshed through the air above it.

Yamame

So the key is sound?

Parsee

If I had to guess, I'd say the sign actually says, "A bridge you must not make a sound on."

Parsee

If we're careful, we should be able to get across.

Yamame

Yeah, but if footsteps and whooshing air count, how are we supposed to stay quiet enough?

???

L-Leave it to me!

Luna?

Wh-Where did you come from?!

Luna Child

I was collecting stamps when I saw Tenshi attacking you.

Luna Child

So I used my ability to do a little strategic hiding!

Luna Child

It wasn't 'cause I was scared or anything!

Luna Child

And I only followed you 'cause I didn't want to be alone, not 'cause I wasn't sure when it was safe to stop hiding!

Yamame

You don't have to lie to us, you know?! Or yourself!

Parsee

First Stamp Rally, huh?

Luna Child

Uh-huh. The prize is so mysterious... I thought maybe it'd make a nice gift for my fairy friends back home.

Parsee

So you were summoned to this world, too.

Luna Child

I-I can erase sound, so I'm pretty sure I can get us across the bridge.

Luna Child

We're technically rivals, but I'll help you just this once.

Yamame

Sure you're not just too scared to cross it alone?

Luna Child

What? N-No way! ...Just follow me.

Yamame

Wow... With Luna erasing all the sound we make, the Hell Hole isn't appearing!

Parsee

Great work.

Luna Child

Hehe, it's nothing really!

Parsee

Uh-oh. Looks like the vengeful spirits have figured out how to cross, too. They're flying slow and silent.

Luna Child

Th-They're smarter than I thought...

Luna Child

Still, with my ability up, they shouldn't notice us.

Yamame

Phew, we made it across!

Parsee

And there's the stand. Stamp number three, come to me―!

Luna Child

Eek!

Yamame

Huh?!

Luna tripped!

Parsee

The fall broke her concentration. We're exposed.

Yamame

The vengeful spirits... They've spotted us!

Parsee

Here they come!

Luna Child

Urgh...

Yamame

Don't beat yourself up. We're not mad!

Parsee

You're the one who kept us out of the Hell Hole.

And we all got our third stamps!

Luna Child

Y-You guys are so kind. Sorry, I think I misjudged you.

Luna Child

I got summoned to this world without warning. The season here is different... and so are a bunch of other things.

Yamame

Maybe it was some kinda mistake?

Parsee

Yuugi's been summoning people left, right, and center. Who knows if she meant to bring you here?

Yamame

We certainly don't.

Luna Child

...

Yamame

In any case, what're you gonna do now, Luna? You're welcome to join us.

Luna Child

I-I am?

Luna Child

*rumble*

Parsee

I guess you worked up an appetite battling those vengeful spirits.

Luna Child

N-No, that wasn't my tummy!

Yamame

There it is again.

Luna Child

Y-You gotta believe me. It's just that I got summoned to this world, and I've been using my ability so much, and...

Relax. I'm hungry, too!

Luna Child

Y-You are? Well, I'm... I'm...

Luna Child

I'm starving!

Parsee

Then let's find somewhere to eat.

Hm? What's that yummy smell?

Yamame

*sniff* *sniff* Smells like...

Yamame

Curry.

Yamame

The smell's coming from that shop over there!

Miyoi

Welcome! I've got steamy rice and delicious curry, ready to serve!

Suika

The taste is oni-approved!

It's Miyoi and Suika!

Miyoi

Fancy seeing you here, PLAYER!

Suika

So you're taking part in the Stamp Rally, too, huh?

Miyoi

Come on in, all you Underworld folks!

Luna Child

I-I'm not from the Underworld, though.

Yamame

Huh? So you two are running this place?

Miyoi

Technically, it's me running it, but Miss Suika insisted I let her "help out"...

Suika

Drinking alone's such a drag.

So this is like an Underworld Geidontei?

Miyoi

Officially, it's just a rest stop for everyone in the rally, but I'm treating it like a traveling Geidontei!

Miyoi

Since there are kids taking part, though, I made it a curry house instead of a pub!

Luna Child

That wasn't me!

Suika

Someone's hungry.

Miyoi

Let's talk after we've filled your bellies! Come on in and take a seat!

Yay, curry!

Parsee

Hm? Who's that in the corner?

Rumia

Huh? Didn't think we'd meet again so soon.

Yamame

Rumia! I didn't see you there!

Rumia

Yep, I arrived before you did.

Parsee

So you made it past the bungee jump and the bridge, huh?

Rumia

Pfft, that stuff was child's play. I'm on a roll today!

Rumia

Hey, Miyoi, where's my curry? I'm starving!

Miyoi

It's coming, it's coming.

Miyoi

Here you go! Five portions of curry!

Yamame

Finally!

Yum!

Everyone

...

Everyone

What the?!

Luna Child

It's s-s-s-s-so spicy!

Parsee

Yikes!

Yamame

P-Parsee, your face has gone red!

Parsee

L-Look who's talking! You're practically a tomato! *cough* *splutter*

Miyoi

I-I coulda sworn I made them all extra mild!

Suika

Heh heh heh.

Miyoi

Wh-What did you do, Miss Suika?!

Suika

What any good oni would do: I added a dash of Former Hell's ultra hot chili powder.

Luna Child

I-I can't take another bite...

Suika

No? Well, if you don't finish your curry, you're out of the rally.

There's the stamp stand!

Yamame

Y-Yeah, but why does Suika have it?!

Suika

You mean this? I just found it lying around.

Parsee

But it's a stamp stand!

Suika

Sure, if you say so. I just plucked it outta the ground.

Yamame

It's not a carrot!

Miyoi

M-M-Miss Suika, why would you do this?!

Suika

What? A plain old rest stop is no fun.

Suika

Better to make it part of the rally.

Suika

If you lot want your fourth stamp, I suggest you stop whining and start chomping!

Parsee

You can't just make up rules.

Luna Child

M-Maybe we can just take the stamp stand by force.

Suika

Heh, listen to the fairy, acting all tough.

Suika

Fire one bullet at me, and I'll smash the stand to pieces!

Yamame

What is it, your hostage?!

Parsee

I know it sucks... but all we have to do is keep eating.

C'mon, let's give it our best shot!

Luna Child

Once you get over the spice, this curry's actually really yummy.

Suika

Heh heh, I told you it was oni-approved.

Yamame

Fine, let's eat. If only to wipe that smirk off Suika's face!

Suika

Haha, that's the spirit. Enjoy your Hellish curry!

Miyoi

Cut it out, Miss Suika!

Rumia

*om nom nom*

Yamame

Rumia's barely stopping for breath!

Rumia

So... hungry!

Rumia

My hunger's drowning out the spice! All I can taste is yumminess!

Rumia

*om nom nom nom*

Parsee

Whoa, she's almost done. We better pick up the pace.

Rumia

*om nom* Water! I need water!

She's drinking straight from the pitcher!

Suika

The spice must've scorched her throat!

Rumia

*glug glug glug*

Luna Child

At this rate, there'll be no water for the rest of us.

Rumia

*glug glug glug*

Yamame

Hey, gimme some.

Rumia

*glug glug glug glug glug glug glug*

Yamame

Stop drinking!

Parsee

Right now!

Suika

Ahh!

Fighting over the water made it spill...

Right into Suika's eyes!

Miyoi

Serves her right. Maybe this'll teach her a lesson!

Miyoi

The rest of you, stop fighting. I brought more water.

Yamame

Gimme, gimme. *glug glug glug* Ahh, now I'm finally ready to finish off this curry!

Miyoi

You don't all have to force yourselves. If it's too hot, I'll make another batch.

Luna Child

No way! We can't waste food like that!

Parsee

Agreed. It may be spicy, but it's also super yummy.

Yamame

Let's eat every last drop!

Everyone

Yeah!

Yamame

Finished!

We all did it!

We can stamp our cards now, right, Suika?

Suika

Urgh, fine. I'd hate to be called a liar. Stamp away!

Luna Child

Let's do it together, everyone!

Three, two, one... go!

Rumia

All right, our fourth stamp!

Miyoi

Phew. How're you all feeling?

Yamame

Surprisingly OK. *burp*

Luna Child

My tongue is on f-f-fire.

I think I've got a tummy ache...

Miyoi

Sorry you had to finish the whole plate. Here, have some yogurt for dessert. It'll soothe your stomach.

Mmm, this is so good!

Suika

Gimme some too, Miyoi! Oh, and I want a head massage.

Miyoi

Not until you put that stamp stand...

Miyoi

Back where you found it!

Yamame

Well, we're off!

Miyoi

Thanks for coming! And do visit again sometime!

Rumia

Now we've got some food in our bellies, let's head to the next stamp stand.

Yamame

So are you sticking with us, Rumia?

Rumia

Well, eating curry together was super fun.

Rumia

So if it's OK with you, I'd love to tag along.

Parsee

Are you the same Rumia who tried to drink all the water herself?

Rumia

H-Hey, it's not like I wanted to be greedy. My mouth was on fire!

Rumia

Besides, even fighting over the water was, you know...

Fun?

Rumia

Yeah! Things like that are great from time to time!

Yamame

Well, welcome aboard, Rumia! Our party's getting pretty big now.

Luna, do you wanna come with us, too?

It was actually Miss Yamame's idea to ask you.

Luna Child

Hmm, I still wanna win that prize...

Luna Child

But thinking about that bridge, Tenshi, and all the obstacles to come, maybe I should just give up before I get hurt.

Parsee

Oh right, this is your first rally. Which means you don't know...

Luna Child

Don't know what?

Yamame

That once Tenshi spots you, she won't let you go back the way you came.

Yamame

And for as long as the rally goes on...

Yamame

She'll hunt you relentlessly.

Tenshi

I sure will!

Tenshi

Tough luck, little fairy. You tried muting yourself to hide, but I saw right through it!

Tenshi

You can drop out of the rally if you like. But not before I've had some fun with you!

Luna Child

Eek! The ground's splitting apart!

Yamame

And all the vengeful spirits lurking down there are flying up to attack us!

Tenshi

Hahahaha!

Luna Child

I get it already!

Luna Child

There's no easy way to quit this rally!

Luna Child

Not with her hunting us down!

Yamame

Exactly!

Luna Child

In that case, I'm more than happy to team up!

Luna Child

Just tell me how to stop her firing bullets at meee!

Parsee & Yamame

Beats us!

Luna Child

Then you're as useless as me!

Tenshi

Haahahahaha! Scurry, little ants, before I squash you like... well, ants!

Rumia

Uh-oh, she's gaining on us!

???

Right! Go right!

Wh-Who are you?!

???

There's a small alleyway to your right. Duck into it NOW!

Luna Child

They say not to trust strangers, but we haven't got any choice!

Tenshi

You're mine!

???

Perfect!

???

Tenshi's attack kicked up dust, covering the alleyway. Now's their chance!

Tenshi

Huh? Where'd they all go?!

???

All according to my calculations.

???

It's true what they say about me.

???

I AM a genius!

???

OK, it's safe to come out.

Parsee

Thanks to this alleyway, we managed to ditch Tenshi.

Rumia

We wouldn't have pulled it off without your help, though.

Wait, you were at Miss Yamame's show, right?

We met near the stage.

Yamame

You came to watch? Thanks!

???

Glad you remembered me.

???

Allow me to introduce myself properly this time.

???

My name's Eirin. Eirin Yagokoro.

Eirin?!

You're kinda small...

Eirin

Haha, that face says it all.

Eirin

I can't blame you, though. I'm not originally from this world.

Luna Child

So you got summoned here, too?

What are you doing here?

Parsee

You saved us back there. Are you taking part in the rally, too?

Eirin

Correct. I've been in this world for a while, so this isn't my first.

Eirin

And while I suppose you could say I saved you, my real goal was to test my calculations.

Rumia

What calculations?

Eirin

Tenshi's attacks, the timing of your escape, the alleyway's location...

Eirin

I wanted to see if calling out to you at just the right moment would allow you to give Tenshi the slip.

Eirin

It all went as I imagined! Hehe, I really am a genius!

Yamame

Make no mistake, this girl's trouble. Just not in a way we're used to in the Underworld.

Eirin

Anyway, I proved my calculations correct. My work here is done. See ya!

Hey, wait!

If you're all alone, why not come with us?!

Eirin

You mean, like, together?!

Yamame

Good idea. You seem pretty smart.

Yamame

We could use your help figuring out this rally's tricks!

Eirin

Hahaha, listen to yourself. You do realize only one person can claim the prize, right?

Yamame

We know that. But we're sticking together until we've got all the stamps.

Rumia

It's more fun that way.

Luna Child

B-Besides, it's too dangerous to wander off alone!

Parsee

We're all here for different reasons, but for now, working as a team is our best bet.

Eirin

...

Parsee

You must be curious what the prize is, huh?

Eirin

...

Yamame

You're something of a scholar, right? Making the unknown known is what you do!

Yamame

You must be dying to see that prize!

Eirin

O-Of course I am!

Eirin

It's been eating away at me. Why else do you think I'd sign up for this rally again and again?!

Eirin

And yet, even with all my genius, I've still never collected all nine stamps!

Eirin

Do you understand how frustrating this is?! It's even started affecting my sleep!

That's all the more reason to team up.

After all, teamwork makes the dream work!

Eirin

...Fine. If you insist, I'll join you.

Eirin

But don't forget, my "dream" involves cutting you all loose and claiming that prize for myself!

Rumia

Who's to say we won't be the ones cutting YOU loose?!

Welcome to the team, Eirin.

Eirin

Teehee.

Eirin

Just try not to stifle my genius!

Yamame

This is bad.

Yamame

We're totally lost!

Parsee

The route suddenly got super complicated. What's up with this weird path?

Luna Child

It's branching off in every direction.

Rumia

It's like a maze.

I think we need to turn right down this street...

No, wait. Maybe we should go a bit further first.

Rumia

What do you think, Eirin?

Eirin

You wanna know what I think, huh? Is it because of my genius intellect?

Yep! You're super smart!

Eirin

Th-Thanks. I, uhh... I think we should head that way.

Then let's go!

Eirin

Huh? D-Don't you think we should talk it through a little more? Quit charging ahead like that!

Yamame

We made it out! Looks like we picked the right way!

Parsee

When we were lost, we ran into a ton of vengeful spirits. But we've only seen one since getting back on the right track.

Rumia

Maybe the spirits were lost, too.

Thanks for your help, Eirin!

Eirin

D-Don't mention it. It was child's play for someone as smart as me.

Luna Child

According to the map on the stamp card, we head straight here. ...Huh?

Luna Child

Is that a giant river up ahead?

Rumia

That's no river...

Rumia

It's a hot spring! And a massive one at that!

Luna Child

I had no idea there was a hot spring this big in Hidden Springs!

Yamame

Look, someone's coming!

Cirno

Make way! Coming through!

They're swimming through the hot spring!

Eirin

Cirno's cooling the water to make it easier for Wakasagihime.

Eirin

And Wakasagihime's towing Cirno along at full speed.

Cirno

We're headed straight to the next stamp stand!

Yamame

The map says nothing about swimming!

Eirin

No, but it seems like it lets you take a shortcut.

Rumia

Are shortcuts even allowed?!

Eirin

Meh, no one said they WEREN'T allowed.

Cirno

Hahaha! You're free to jump in, too!

Cirno

Not that any of you could swim as fast as Wakasagihime!

Wakasagihime

You're so lively, Cirno. Is it because you're happy to see everyone again?

Cirno

N-No way! I'm just having fun teasing them!

Cirno

We're gonna beat you slowpokes to the stamp stand!

Yamame

Someone really needs to take her down a peg!

Parsee

...

Yamame

What is it, Parsee?

Parsee

I'm jealous.

Parsee

I'm so jealous!

Parsee

I can't stand them swimming like that, taking a shortcut...

Parsee

You gotta do something, Yamame.

Yamame

Me?!

Parsee

You're quick, right?

Yamame

Yeah, but not at swimming. You want me to fly?

Parsee

No, I want you to swim.

Yamame

Why?

Parsee

Because being left behind like this makes me jealous. So you need to swim to make me un-jealous.

Yamame

O-OK, but like I said, I'm not a fast swimmer.

Luna Child

While you two are arguing, Cirno and Wakasagihime are getting further and further away.

Wh-What do we do?!

???

Umm...!

Kisume

Need a ride?!

Yamame

Whoa! What are you doing all the way out here, Kisume?!

Kisume

I-I had the day off...

Kisume

S-So I came to Hidden Springs to relax. It's so nice floating around in the hot water... Teehee.

Does your bucket float?

Kisume

Y-Yeah, it kinda bobs along. It's actually pretty quick.

Kisume

Y-You can borrow it if you like.

Parsee

It might be a tight squeeze.

Kisume

Yeah, I guess so...

Kisume

I-I'm sure three of you could fit, though!

Kisume

The others can just get in the water and cling on. With me rowing, it should be OK!

Yamame

Yeah, but our outfits will get wet.

Cirno

Bye, losers!

Parsee

Tch, we can't afford to waste any more time! Let's do this, Kisume!

Rumia

If we think of it like canyoning, it could actually be kinda fun.

Yamame

Well, it's too late to back out. We're counting on you, Kisume. PLAYER, Luna, Eirin, you three little ones hop in.

Hopping in!

Luna Child

I-I'm not a kid, you know? But I don't mind getting in...

Eirin

You can call me a child if you like. Just make sure you add genius after.

Kisume

I-Is everyone else holding on tight?

Yamame

Yep!

Rumia

The water here is even hotter than in the town.

Kisume

O-OK, here we―ow! I bi' my 'ongue!

Yamame

Try again, Kisume!

Eirin

Today would be nice.

Kisume

H-Here we go!

This bucket's actually super comfy!

Kisume

W-Wow, you really think so?!

Luna Child

Look! Cirno and Wakasagihime made it to the other side!

Yamame

Full speed ahead, Kisume!

Kisume

On it!

Eirin

They just disappeared into that big building.

Yamame

We made it across! Thanks, Kisume!

That was such a fine ride!

Kisume

W-Watch out for yourselves, everyone!

Parsee

That building they went into... Isn't that...?

Yamame

The Former Hell Hot Spring Resort!

Yamame

It's a massive resort just outside the main town.

Yamame

It's gonna be tough finding Cirno and Wakasagihime in here.

I can't believe we lost them!

Remilia

Hey. What's with the big crowd?

Eirin

And now we've run into a vampire.

What are you doing here, Remilia?

Remilia

Vacationing.

Luna Child

On your own?

Remilia

Got a problem with that? It's nice to spend some luxury time alone every now and then.

Yamame

Well, we're glad we bumped into you. Have you seen Cirno and Wakasagihime around here?

Remilia

Can't say that I have...

Rumia

Hold up, this place would be perfect for a stamp stand, don't you think?

Parsee

You're right. Instead of hunting the ice fairy and the mermaid, we should focus on stamping our cards.

Remilia

I haven't seen a stamp stand anywhere, either.

Remilia

Though I did come across a strange little shop while I was walking around earlier.

Luna Child

What kinda shop?

Remilia

Looked like it had just opened. It was bright inside, so I decided not to go in.

Yamame

A new shop opening on the same day as the stamp rally? This can't be a coincidence. Let's check it out!

Remilia

They sure are worked up...

Remilia

Ah, well.

Remilia

Time for another sauna session.

Rumia

Is that the shop Remilia was talking about?

Yamame

It must be. Just look at how bright it is!

Let's go in!

Eirin

M-My eyes! What is this place?!

Luna Child

Sunlight indoors? How?

Utsuho

Behold, my scorching power!

Yamame

What are you doing, Okuu?! It's super hot in here!

Utsuho

Oh hey, Yamame! What's it look like I'm doing? Helping out!

Rumia

All that answer does is raise more questions!

Clownpiece

Miss Komachiii, a whole bunch of people just arrived!

Komachi

Fancy seeing you all here.

Parsee

Finally ran into these two again, huh?

Why are you lying on the floor?

Komachi

Sunbathing. All that stamp collecting was tiring, so I'm taking it easy here with Piece.

Clownpiece

The last rest stop we found had some scary-looking oni, so we skipped it!

Rumia

You're sunbathing... indoors?

Komachi

I hear this kinda place is trendy in the outside world. I think they call 'em tanning salons.

Clownpiece

And now the trend's reached Hell! I'm so lucky I got to come here on opening day with Komachi!

Utsuho

They said they wanted sunlight, so I figured this was my big chance!

Luna Child

So this place ISN'T a stamp stand?

Utsuho

Stamp stand? What's that?

Komachi

Hate to break it to you, but there'll be no card-stamping here.

Yamame

...

Yamame

Wh-What a waste of time!

Parsee

Are you two really OK just lying around like this? At this rate, we'll beat you in the rally.

Clownpiece

Joke's on you! This is all part of our strategy!

Komachi

Tenshi's on a rampage outside, right? We're waiting for her to wear everyone else down.

Clownpiece

Then we'll swoop in and snatch the win! And if Tenshi's looks like she's out of gas, we'll crush her too!

Komachi

We've got a little more sunbathing to do. In the meantime, try not to let Tenshi sniff you out.

Clownpiece

These sunrays could be a little more intense, though. Okuu, turn up the lunatic dial, would ya?

Utsuho

On it!

Komachi

I-Isn't it getting a little too hot?!

Clownpiece

O-Okuu, turn down the lunatic dial! Turn it down!

Utsuho

But the hotter, the better, no?! I know, I'll turn the dial up to max and prove it to you!

Luna Child

Hot, hot, hot!

Clownpiece

Shut it off, shut it off!

Komachi

Urgh, I'm cooked!

Clownpiece

Let's get outta here and find somewhere to cool off, Miss Komachi!

Eirin

Urgh...

Rumia

Oh no! The heat got to Eirin!

Parsee

Quick, we gotta carry her away!

Rumia

Look! There's a pool with ice floating in it!

Parsee

Perfect. Toss her in!

Rumia & Parsee

*swish*

Eirin's flying through the air!

She's gonna land right in the pool!

Cirno

What the?!

Cirno

Wh-Wh-What the heck's going on here?!

Why's Cirno here?!

Eirin

S-S-So cold! Why's this water s-s-so cold?!

Wakasagihime

Look, Cirno, everyone's here.

Cirno

You guys actually caught up?!

Parsee

It wasn't easy. Why're you two just floating around in the pool?

Cirno

Oh, I get it. You losers must've been scorched by the sunlight.

Luna Child

You know about that place, huh? I take it you were there, too.

Wakasagihime

Yep, it got super hot.

Wakasagihime

So we jumped into this pool, and Cirno made some ice to cool it down.

Eirin

N-No wonder it's so cold!

Cirno

What're you talking about? This is the perfect temperature!

Rumia

How come there's a pool here in the first place?

Remilia

It's not a pool, it's a cold plunge.

Huh?! Remilia just stepped out of that foggy room!

Remilia

It's called a mist sauna.

Remilia

I was about to take a dip and cool off... What's going on here?

Cirno

N-Nothing!

Remilia

...Whatever. Just melt the ice and get out of here.

Remilia

You're interrupting my sauna day.

Remilia

Ahhh.

Luna Child

Whoa...

Remilia

What're you looking at?

Luna Child

Aren't you cold?

Remilia

A little. But I'm used to it by―achoo!

Remilia

51, 52... just a little longer!

She disappeared into the foggy room again!

Rumia

Maybe the stamp stand's in there.

Yamame

Could be. Let's check it out!

So this is a mist sauna!

Yamame

It's so hot.

Remilia

...

Rumia

Anyone see a stamp stand? Maybe it's under one of the benches.

Luna Child

*pant* *pant* I'm sweating like crazy. Let's stamp our cards and leave!

Parsee

If there was a stamp stand in here, pretty sure the humidity would ruin the inkpad.

Remilia

...

Rumia

Is humidity bad for the ink or something?

Parsee

Not sure. But I doubt it's good for it.

Luna Child

Hey, are you OK? You aren't moving at all.

Remilia

...

Yamame

Remilia, mind scooching over for a sec? We're looking for―

Remilia

Will you please...

Remilia

Show some manners!

I get that Remilia kicked us out of the sauna room...

And challenged us to battle...

Remilia

Did you all rinse yourselves off? Good, then let's try 10 minutes in the sauna. After that, a dip in the cold plunge.

But how did she end up...

Teaching us sauna etiquette?!

Luna Child

H-Has it been 10 minutes yet?

Remilia

It's been 3.

Parsee

Time passes so slowly in here... I'm jealous of everyone outside.

Remilia

Just focus on the sauna vibes.

Luna Child

S-S-So cold!

Remilia

You have to stay in here for 1 minute! Just remember to breathe, and it'll start to feel less cold.

Rumia

Whoa, she's right. This is actually starting to feel kinda nice...

Remilia

All right, time's up. Go sit on the lounge chairs and relax.

Yamame

I-I think I feel something!

All my stress is melting away...

Luna Child

I feel incredible!

Remilia

Right? This is what a sauna day is all about!

Rumia

We actually finished all three sets of Remilia's sauna routine.

Yamame

It was nice and all, but why did we do it, again?

Rumia

At first, we were looking for a stamp stand... but it wasn't in the sauna room.

Remilia

Of course it wasn't.

Yamame

Well, at least we sweated a bunch. I dunno about you guys, but I'm ready to go stamp-collecting again! Bye, Remilia!

Remilia

Don't forget to drink plenty of water.

Luna Child

Thanks, sauna lady!

Remilia

Hey, don't call me that!

Remember not to stay in the sauna too long.

And just like Remilia said, drink plenty of water when you're done!

Clownpiece & Komachi

...

Wakasagihime & Cirno

...

Everyone

...

Komachi

Is it me, or are things kinda tense?

Clownpiece

That's 'cause Cirno's been glaring at us ever since we got out of the cold plunge.

Cirno

I can't believe PLAYER's team AND you guys managed to catch up.

Cirno

The moment any of you let your guard down, it's hunting time!

Wakasagihime

You really are worked up today, Cirno.

Clownpiece

Pah! Me and Miss Komachi would shatter you and your ice!

Cirno

N-No, you wouldn't! You can forget about the prize―it's ours!

Clownpiece

Oh, really?!

Cirno

Really!

Uh-oh, they're starting to get rough with each other...

Yamame

It's kid versus kid!

Komachi

OK, OK, that's enough, Piece!

Wakasagihime

Settle down, Cirno.

Yamame

Th-There are some benches over there. Why don't we all take a break?

Cirno

Hey, why're you leaning against me?

Because your body's nice and cool.

Yamame

Okuu's sunlight and the sauna sure were hot.

Luna Child

Don't forget the curry.

Rumia

Now that you mention it, I'm pretty overheated, too. Maybe I'll get a little closer to Cirno.

Cirno

H-Hey, why's everyone tryna cuddle me?!

Wakasagihime

My, look at how popular you are, Cirno.

Komachi

Why don't you try it, too, Piece?

Clownpiece

Wh-Why would I wanna snuggle up to HER?!

Shion

Umm... What's going on here, guys?

Shion!

Parsee

Aren't you supposed to be at the bungee jump?

Shion

Hehe, all the staff are working shifts. I'm on break!

Shion

*glug* Mm, this fruit-flavored milk is so yummy.

Yamame

No kidding... Say, Shion, any idea where the next stamp stand is?

Yamame

We've been looking for ages.

Shion

So you haven't dropped out yet, huh?

Shion

There's a shop over there selling this milk.

Shion

If you hand an empty bottle over to one of the staff members, they'll stamp your card.

Shion

But I'm pretty sure there's only one bottle left.

Clownpiece

What?!

Clownpiece

Then it's ours!

Cirno

Piece's making a break for it! Quick, after her!

Clownpiece

The bottle...

Cirno

It broke!

Wakasagihime

They were so intent on hitting each other with bullets...

Komachi

That they ended up hitting the bottle instead.

They both look really bummed out...

If there's no milk left, does this mean we all lose?

Shion

Hey, why'd you all run off before I was done talking?

Parsee

We thought you WERE done talking.

Shion

Nuh-uh. I was gonna say I drank so much milk that I have enough empty bottles for all of you.

Yamame

Whoa, look at the giant pile behind her!

Rumia

Why did you drink so much?

Shion

They told me staff members don't have to pay. My poverty mindset kicked in, and I just started guzzling them down.

Clownpiece

G-Gimme one of those bottles!

Cirno

A-And me!

Wakasagihime & Komachi

Behave yourself.

Clownpiece

Uh-oh, Miss Komachi looks really mad!

Cirno

Wakasagihime, too!

Komachi

You two smashed the last full milk bottle.

Wakasagihime

You owe everyone here an apology.

Clownpiece

B-But it wasn't my fault.

Cirno

O-Or mine.

Komachi

Piece.

Wakasagihime

Cirno.

Cirno & Clownpiece

S-Sorry!

According to the stamp card...

The next stand's back in the hot spring town!

Parsee

So the route loops back on itself, huh?

Yamame

We have five stamps so far. Only four more to go!

Cirno

What're we waiting for? Let's go!

Clownpiece

Me and Miss Komachi are gonna find the next stamp stand before you!

Eirin

After their scolding, those two were trudging along behind PLAYER...

Eirin

But now they've dashed off again.

Rumia

Meh, there's no need for us to chase 'em. We'll just tire ourselves out.

Eirin

But with this many stamps collected, shouldn't you stop working as a team...

Eirin

And start thinking about how to claim the prize for yourself?

Yamame

I get where you're coming from, but we're still four stamps shy.

Eirin

That's less than you think...

Clownpiece

Over here, Miss Komachi!

Komachi

Huh, strange that there's a cave so close to town. I never noticed it before.

Clownpiece

It looks super out of place... The sixth stamp stand's gotta be inside!

Cirno

Hey, I found it. Me and Wakasagihime get to go in first!

Clownpiece

N-No way! I found it!

Komachi

Wait up, Piece!

Wakasagihime

She ran straight in with Cirno.

Komachi

We better chase after them.

Wakasagihime

Agreed.

Cirno

I-It's so cold and dark.

Clownpiece

This is nothing for me! You're not scared, are you?!

Cirno

N-No...

Clownpiece

Hey, quit tugging on my outfit! You'll ruin it.

Cirno

It's way too dark in here―ahhh!

Clownpiece

I KNEW you were scared―eek!

Cirno & Clownpiece

Vengeful spirits!

Komachi

Piece, Cirno, are you OK?

Wakasagihime

Those vengeful spirits flew off super quick.

Clownpiece

Th-They showed up outta nowhere. We managed to fight them off, but...

Cirno

It seemed like they were running from something...

Clownpiece

Eek! What was that sound?

???

Hm? Who's there?

Cirno

Ahh, a centipede!

Momoyo

You're a lively one.

Komachi

I-It's you!

Momoyo

I stand corrected―there's four of you!

Momoyo

Those vengeful spirits gave me the slip, but you'll do just fine! Heh heh heh!

Clownpiece

Mo... Mo...

Clownpiece

Momoyo!

Cirno

Run!

Piece is coming back this way.

Luna Child

And fast. I wonder what happened...

Clownpiece

H-Help!

Clownpiece

Miss Komachi, Cirno, Wakasagihime...

Clownpiece

Momoyo got all of them!

Clownpiece

R-Right here! They all got snatched away in this cave!

Yamame

We gotta go in and look for them!

Rumia

Do we, though?

Eirin

If they're in the cave, they can't win the prize.

We can't just leave them!

Yamame

Agreed. Piece came to us for help, even though Cirno's her rival.

Clownpiece

I-I just want you to save Miss Komachi! Who cares about the other two?!

Parsee

Either way, there's a good chance the next stamp stand is in this cave. We might as well check it out.

Luna Child

In that case... Piece, lead the way.

Wakasagihime

*sigh* The ground is so hard.

Cirno

Why are we the ones stuck doing this?!

Komachi

I can barely feel my hands anymore.

They're all being forced to dig!

Momoyo

Haha, that you, PLAYER?! That's quite the entourage you've got!

Momoyo

These three are already hard at work. Wanna join 'em?

Yamame

M-Momoyo?! What're you doing here?!

Momoyo

Me? I came to Hidden Springs for a hot spring vacation.

Momoyo

I had myself a long bath at an inn earlier. Then that put me in the mood for digging.

Luna Child

How did taking a bath put you in the mood for digging?

It's not even you doing the digging...

Momoyo

I bumped into these guys earlier and thought I'd show them the joy of mining.

Momoyo

One pesky fairy got away. I never thought she'd come back with reinforcements, heh heh.

Momoyo

Now you can all do some mining, too.

N-No, thanks!

Set those three free!

Momoyo

Why've you gotta be such a spoil sport?! Let's have some fun!

Momoyo

You really don't wanna dig? But it's so much fun.

Komachi

Fun or not, we're busy.

Momoyo

Why didn't you just say so?

Wakasagihime

We did...

Clownpiece

Miss Komachi!

Komachi

Piece! Great job going back for help!

Wakasagihime

Thanks, Piece.

Cirno

Are you hurt, Wakasagihime?

Wakasagihime

I'm fine. Isn't there something you need to say to Piece?

Cirno

...

Cirno

Tha... you.

Clownpiece

What?

Cirno

I said... thank you.

Clownpiece

D-Don't mention it. I only did it to help Miss Komachi!

Eirin

Hey, you guys, I found the stamp stand a little further into the cave!

Komachi

Finally! Let's stamp our cards and get outta here!

Wakasagihime

You said it.

*yawn*

Eirin

PLAYER's looking pretty sleepy.

Parsee

Not surprising. We've been running around non-stop.

Rumia

Maybe we should call it a day.

Luna Child

But what if Tenshi attacks us in our sleep?

Yamame

She's never attacked anyone resting in the town before. We should be OK.

???

Hey.

Cirno

Eek, there she is!

Tenshi

I told you to stop treating me like a spooky ghost.

Luna Child

H-Have you come to attack us?!

Tenshi

Nope. There's something I need your help with.

Tenshi

You see, the thing is...

Tenshi

Where's my hotel?

Rumia

Your hotel?

Tenshi

Yeah, my hotel. The one I'm staying at. Honestly, who made this map?

Tenshi

Couldn't they have drawn it neater? I can't make heads or tails of it.

Tenshi

So, c'mon, tell me where my hotel is! And make it simple!

Luna Child

So you're really not gonna attack us?

Tenshi

Attack you? Don't be stupid. The day's over. All I wanna do is sleep!

Tenshi

I'll attack you tomorrow. AFTER I've had some rest!

Tenshi

I already blasted dozens of people today! Hahaha!

Tenshi

...You're really gonna make me ask again? Where's my hotel?

Yamame

Hey, get away from me.

From here, you gotta follow this path. *points at map*

Tenshi

Oh, I get it now! Thanks, little one!

Tenshi

Later, everyone!

Clownpiece

And just like that, she's gone!

Parsee

Her hotel's super fancy. I'm so jealous...

Yamame

Now the celestial's gone, let's get some rest. Come on, before PLAYER passes out!

Yamame

Um...

Yamame

What're you all doing in here?!

Yamame

This is mine and PLAYER's room!

Rumia

What's the big deal? We thought it'd be fun to have some snacks together before bed.

Parsee

Yeah, I totally wasn't jealous of you getting one-on-one time with PLAYER.

Cirno

I only came because Wakasagihime dragged me along...

Wakasagihime

Don't be silly, Cirno. You were the one who dragged me.

Clownpiece

W-We're just here to spy on our rivals! Isn't that right, Miss Komachi?

Komachi

Whatever you say, Piece.

Yay, snack party!

Rumia

Check it out, I brought enough for everyone!

Wakasagihime

Thanks, Rumia. I'll help hand them out!

Cirno

M-Me, too!

Yamame

I feel like this Stamp Rally's been the hardest one yet.

Parsee

The route's way harder to follow than last time.

Yamame

I heard rumors that the difficulty goes up each time. I'm starting to think that might be true...

Yamame

Tenshi seems stronger than ever. And don't get me started on the Hell Holes...

Yamame

Even unplanned interferences like Suika and Momoyo are starting to feel, I dunno... planned.

Parsee

You mean the rally organizers might be counting on people like them to make things more difficult?

Yamame

I can't say for sure. But that's definitely how it feels.

The one deciding the rules and the route...

Is Yuugi, right?

Parsee

Could be her, could be someone else.

Yamame

Yep. Nobody knows who's really pulling the strings.

Huh...

Cirno

...Here.

Wakasagihime

Cirno's giving snacks to PLAYER!

Rumia

Isn't that kinda a lot?

Luna Child

Are you giving her your share, too, Cirno?

Cirno

...Uh-huh.

Are you sure about this?

Cirno

D-Don't get the wrong idea! This is just my way of saying thank you for helping in the cave.

Clownpiece

I-I'm grateful, too. Here, take my snacks!

Thanks, guys!

Cirno

Hmph!

Clownpiece

Y-You don't need to thank me!

Wakasagihime

My, my. Cirno's so embarrassed that she went to hide. Teehee, how adorable.

Komachi

And Piece's blushing.

Yamame

Well, the snacks are gone, and PLAYER looks about ready to drop. Time to wrap this up.

Yamame

Back to your own rooms, everyone!

Luna Child

Can I stay in here tonight? I'm still scared of Tenshi.

*yawn* That's fine with me...

You can sleep in my bed... Teehee.

Luna Child

Eek, PLAYER's talking in her sleep! She just squeezed me like a teddy bear!

Eirin

You're such a baby compared to me.

Yamame

You've got your own room, right, Eirin?

Eirin

Naturally.

You're gonna sleep... alone?

Eirin

I don't see anything strange about that―hey! Quit hugging me!

Sleep... here...

Yamame

You heard her, Eirin. What're you gonna do? We could fit one more.

Eirin

W-Well, it doesn't feel like she's going to let me go anytime soon...

Eirin

Fine. But just for tonight.

Yay... *snore*

Eirin

Hey! Quit drooling on my outfit!

Huh, I fell asleep...

Eirin

You're up at a strange time. And you woke me up, too.

Eirin

Yamame and Luna Child are still fast asleep, though. It'll be midnight soon.

Eirin

The others went back to their own rooms.

Eirin

You should try and get some more rest. Tomorrow's a big day.

It's the last day of the Stamp Rally.

Which means we need to finish our stamp cards.

Eirin

Yes, and we don't have much time left.

Eirin

Once tomorrow ends, it's goodbye.

It is?

Eirin

Well, I'm only here for the rally...

We can still hang out after it ends!

Eirin

Hm, that does sound nice. But first, we need to make it through tomorrow in one piece.

Eirin

Make sure you give it your all.

Eirin

I plan on claiming that prize for myself. If you show up sleepy, you won't stand a chance against me.

Got it. G'night, Eirin.

Sorry for waking you.

Eirin

No worries. I'm a light sleeper.

Eirin

Sweet dreams, PLAYER.

Yamame

There really are a lot of us now, huh?

Parsee

I can't believe Piece and Cirno wanted to tag along.

Cirno

J-Just for a little while!

Komachi

The last few stamps are gonna be harder to get.

Wakasagihime

And with Tenshi on the prowl, there's safety in numbers.

Clownpiece

Y-Yeah, this is purely strategic!

Yamame

Whatever it is, let's all try and stick together. Stamp no. 7, here we come!

All right!

*happy humming*

Rumia

You're in a good mood, PLAYER.

Luna Child

Can you blame her? With all these people, it feels like we're on a big field trip.

Yep! I'm having so much fun!

Eirin

*eye roll* Kids.

Cirno

Hey, quit pressing your cheek against mine!

Clownpiece

A-And mine!

Cirno's cheek is nice and cool.

And Piece's is warm and toasty.

Clownpiece

Are you still half-asleep or something? *poke* *poke*

Cirno

Your cheek's soft and squishy! *poke* *poke*

Parsee

I'm so jealous of PLAYER right now...

Yamame

Why? Because those two fairies are prodding her cheeks?!

Clownpiece

(I guess it is kinda fun being in a big group.)

Cirno

(I can't believe I'm actually enjoying this.)

Clownpiece

(It's a shame there's only...)

Cirno

(One prize.)

Luna Child

Hey, check out that big tower!

Rumia

Is this some kinda observation tower? It's huge. The stamp stand's probably inside.

Yamame

Whoa, I thought this place was gonna be knocked down, but it looks like they renovated it!

Clownpiece

Look, there are Hell cats and Hell ravens crowding around the entrance!

Komachi

Uh-oh, they think we're prey. We're gonna have to fend them off!

Clownpiece

Hah! With all of us together, they never stood a chance!

Parsee

She's really getting into the whole "team spirit" thing, huh?

Yamame

Let's head inside!

Eirin

Are we really gonna climb all these stairs?

Wakasagihime

How else are you gonna reach the stamp stand?

Eirin

Someone could give me a piggyback?

Luna Child

Not a chance.

Eirin

Pleeeeease.

Yamame

You've got legs. Use 'em!

Parsee

*pant* *pant* There are more stairs than I thought...

Rumia

Who knew it'd be so dark and cramped in here?

Cirno

I can't even see Wakasagihime... Wakasagihime, where are youuu?!

Wakasagihime

I'm right here. Let's hold hands so we don't get separated.

Eirin

I see a glimmer of light up ahead.

Yamame

We're almost at the top!

Komachi

There! I see the exit!

Luna Child

Wow!

Yamame

You can see the whole town from up here!

Rumia

What a view.

Wakasagihime

All the lights are so pretty.

Clownpiece

Haha, the people down there look like ants!

Parsee

A sight worthy of an observation tower. The climb was worth it, after all.

Yamame

Hey, there's something over here!

Rumia

Is it the stamp stand?

Yamame

Nope, it's a notebook for all the visitors to leave messages in.

Yamame

See? Here's the brush! We can write something to celebrate coming here!

Parsee

All the pages are blank... Does that mean we're the first ever visitors?

Yamame

Maybe the folks before us didn't notice it.

Clownpiece

What kinda thing should we write?

Komachi

Our signatures? You know, to prove it was us that came here.

Yamame

That works. But don't overthink it. Write whatever you like!

Cirno

"Cirno and Wakasagihime, aka the STRONGEST duo, were here!"

Cirno

How'd you like that?!

Wakasagihime

You're a fast writer.

Clownpiece

My turn!

Clownpiece

"Me and Miss Komachi, aka the REAL STRONGEST duo, were also here!"

Komachi

I'm glad you're having fun, but if you don't write your name, no one will know who "me" is.

Clownpiece

You're right! I gotta start over!

Rumia

Guess I'll write something too.

Luna Child

Me too, me too!

Yamame

Looks like everyone's writing something. What about you, PLAYER?

Eirin

You're the only left.

OK, I'll try.

Yamame

Finished? Let me see!

Oh, uhh...

It's actually kinda embarrassing.

Yamame

She closed the notebook.

Parsee

If she says she's embarrassed, we shouldn't push her.

Rumia

The stamp stand's over here, guys.

Komachi

All right, that makes seven!

Clownpiece

Wait. What if there's some kinda booby trap?!

Yamame

Seems fine. Look, I already stamped my card! C'mon, everyone, hurry up!

Parsee

Looks like PLAYER just got her stamp. We're done here.

Luna Child

Hm? What's the matter, PLAYER?

There's something written on the stamp stand.

It's small, but...

Wakasagihime

Let me see here.

"This stamp activates the self-destruct protocol."

"The tower will collapse three minutes after stamping."

Yamame

Self-destruct protocol?!

Rumia

So, uhh, the tower's gonna collapse?

Clownpiece

In three minutes?!

Luna Child

Eek, the tower's shaking!

Komachi

Run! Down the stairs, quick!

Rumia

The stairs have started collapsing!

Cirno

We're doomed!

Tenshi

This is some booby trap.

Yamame

Ah, it's Tenshi!

Cirno

We're double doomed!

Tenshi

Quit blabbering and listen up! I'm not gonna attack you right now.

Tenshi

If you all get buried in rubble, how am I supposed to have any fun?

Parsee

The floor's starting to give way!

Tenshi

Hop on the keystone. I'll get you down safely.

Clownpiece

Like we're gonna trust you!

Cirno

Yeah, you're just gonna let us fall!

Tenshi

Keep whining and I might.

Tenshi

Told you. Shoulda taken my help when I offered it.

Tenshi

I can't see anything through this dust, but they're probably all buried under the rubble. This trap was a bit much, though.

Yamame

*cough* *cough* Is everyone all right?!

Parsee

I-I think so...

Cirno

Oh no, my stamp card...

Rumia

Mine, too. It got shredded when the tower collapsed.

Yamame

So did mine!

Parsee

And mine. And Komachi's. And Eirin's.

Luna Child

I can't believe ALL our cards got ruined.

Umm...

Mine's OK.

Everyone else's stamp cards are ruined...

Mine's OK, but like this, what does it matter?

Eirin

...

Clownpiece

You're not hurt, are you?

N-No, I'm fine.

Clownpiece

Phew. You're the weakest one here.

Clownpiece

If you'd been buried under the rubble...

Don't worry. Like I said, I'm fine.

When the tower collapsed...

You and everyone else protected me.

Eirin

So that's why your card's the only one that made it.

Clownpiece

I didn't even have time to think. I just jumped toward you.

Cirno

So this means I'm out of the rally? I shoulda let all you guys protect her.

Cirno

...Why do you look like you're about to cry? Your stamp card's all right, remember?!

Cirno

Go off on your own and win the prize!

No.

I don't wanna go alone.

I wanna go with all of you.

Eirin

*gasp*

Wakasagihime

Look, Cirno, there's something in the rubble.

Cirno

Is that... the notebook from earlier?

Yamame

The message PLAYER wrote is on the last page.

"I'm so glad to be here with everyone!"

"I never want the Stamp Rally to end!"

Cirno

...

Wakasagihime

If you're ready, I think it's time to open up a little. Don't you?

Clownpiece

If you won't, then I will!

Rumia

I think everyone here feels the same way, anyway.

Cirno

...Fine, I'll say it! That's what you want, right?!

Cirno

Hey, PLAYER! Forget what I said before. I'm gonna help you finish your stamp card!

Clownpiece

Me, too!

Luna Child

A-And me!

Are you sure?

Yamame

Pfft, what sorta friends do you think we are?!

Parsee

Even if you win the prize, I don't think I'll be jealous.

Rumia

Me neither. Just going around in a big group like this is plenty of fun!

Eirin

...

Cirno

We've come this far! Let's finish your stamp card together!

Komachi

That's right. And if anything comes your way, you can count on us to protect you!

Everyone

Yeah!

Thanks, you guys!

I'll do my best, too!

???

Ahem.

Tenshi

Are you done yet?

Luna Child

Tenshi!

Tenshi

I had a feeling you might survive. To think I'd find you all here, having a big heart-to-heart.

Clownpiece

You've got some nerve showing your face!

Tenshi

Hey, it wasn't me who made the tower collapse. But that doesn't matter now.

Tenshi

It's time to get back to business... Bullet business.

Cirno

You ready, Wakasagihime?

Wakasagihime

I sure am, Cirno.

Luna Child

Wh-What are you two doing?

Cirno

Hahaha, what does it look like? We're gonna hold Tenshi off!

Wakasagihime

We said we'd help PLAYER collect all the stamps. A promise is a promise.

Tenshi

Don't make me laugh. What're the two of you gonna do against ME?

Cirno

Haven't you heard? We're the STRONGEST duo!

Wakasagihime

Let us deal with the celestial. You guys head to the eighth stamp stand.

Good luck...!

Komachi

Everyone, this way!

Clownpiece

Hey, Cirno! Take care of yourself!

Cirno

You take care of YOURSELF! I'll be fine!

Tenshi

Hahaha, that's the spirit, little fairy! This is gonna be fun!

Komachi

We're back in the town! According to the map, the eighth stamp stand is here somewhere!

Yamame

So it was hiding right under our noses!

Parsee

Yeah, but "somewhere" doesn't really narrow it down.

Luna Child

The map just points to the town! How are we supposed to know where to look?

Clownpiece

Hey, check out that little black mark on the map!

Eirin

Oh, yeah. It's a wonky circle. What could it mean?

Rumia

I know that shape.

Yamame

You do?

Rumia

Remember when Yamame was on stage performing? That day, I ate something that looked just like this.

Rumia

Shrine maiden cookies.

Parsee

Those weird things?

Rumia

Uh-huh. I bought mine at a little sweet shop. Maybe the stamp stand's hidden there!

Yamame

Makes sense to me. Let's go!

Komachi

Yikes. Looks like some vengeful spirits were eavesdropping on us.

Rumia

Have they got no shame?!

They're making a break for the sweet shop!

Clownpiece

Get back heeeeere!

Rumia

All right! We got here before the vengeful spirits did!

Rumia

And look, shrine maiden cookies!

Clownpiece

Where's the stamp stand?!

Luna Child

*thud*

L-Luna, are you all right?!

Luna Child

I tripped even though there's nothing to trip on...

Parsee

Huh?

Luna Child

The floor here feels... different.

Rumia

It looks like there's a mat covering it.

Let's move it.

Parsee

You're right. This spot's made of something different. Whatever it is, there's something carved into it.

"The stairway to Heaven shall open through sacrifice."

Komachi

What's that supposed to mean?

Clownpiece

Whoever wrote it was definitely trying to sound cool!

Rumia

There's a handle here...

Yamame

I bet it leads to a secret basement!

Parsee

That could be where the stamp stand's hidden.

Parsee

Huh?

Yamame

Parsee!

Miss Yamame and Miss Parsee fell through the floor!

This is a Hell Hole!

Rumia

L-Look! The moment they fell, a ladder dropped down from the ceiling!

Luna Child

The stamp stand's at the top.

Rumia

So the carving on the floor...!

Komachi

"The stairway to Heaven shall open through sacrifice." So the ladder only appears after someone falls into the Hell Hole...

Luna Child

This is all my fault for tripping over! I'm so sorry!

Tenshi

Save it, fairy. This wasn't your doing.

Rumia

Yeah, someone HAD to sacrifice themselves for us to get to the―

Rumia

Huh?! It's Tenshi!

Rumia

What're you doing here?!

Tenshi

I finished playing with Cirno and Wakasagihime.

What did you do to them?!

Tenshi

Don't worry, they're fine. Kind of. Right now, you should be more worried about yourself.

Tenshi

Getting the ladder to appear doesn't mean you can stamp your cards.

Tenshi

You have to go through me for that!

Tenshi

Hahaha!

Tenshi

This stamp stand's mine!

Luna Child

Hey, she took the stand!

Rumia

And then she flew away!

Clownpiece

PLAYER, wait!

Rumia

She went after Tenshi alone!

I'm stamping my card no matter what!

I won't let everyone's sacrifice go to waste!

Tenshi

That's it, little human, run! Run as fast as you can!

Tenshi

I dare you to catch me!

Rumia

Give back that stamp stand!

Tenshi

You think bullets like that will hurt me?! Let me show you some REAL bullets!

Rumia

Stop! You'll destroy Hidden Springs!

Clownpiece

L-Look! She's landing near the hot spring hotel!

Komachi

Then let's go after her!

Clownpiece

There she is!

Tenshi

Finally caught up, huh? Nice work.

Clownpiece

Quit acting so high and mighty!

Tenshi

But I AM high and mighty.

Komachi

Stealing that stamp stand was pretty low and... not mighty if you ask me.

Why are you doing all this?

Tenshi

What do you mean, why?

Tenshi

Because...

Tenshi

Because I want to!

Luna Child

Watch out. As soon as Tenshi attacked us, those spirits started heading our way!

Clownpiece

I'll fight 'em off! Wrooooah!

Clownpiece

Spirits eliminated! Told you I'd fight 'em off!

Komachi

Wayda go, Piece! I'll shower you with praise when we're done here!

Tenshi

If "done here" means after you've defeated me, then she's gonna be waiting a long time! Hahaha!

Clownpiece & Komachi

Ahhh!

Miss Komachi and Piece got blasted away!

Eirin

And now Tenshi's coming for us!

Rumia

Luna! Protect Eirin and PLAYER!

Luna Child

Y-You got it!

Rumia

Argh! You're way too strong!

Tenshi

Was that... a compliment?

Rumia

Huh?

Tenshi

Here's one for you: it's pretty impressive you're still on your feet after all my attacks!

Rumia

A-Are you... making fun of me?!

Luna Child

PLAYER, gimme your stamp card.

Why?

Luna Child

I think I can get to the stamp stand while Rumia's distracting Tenshi.

O-OK, here!

Tenshi

No, I was complimenting you! And now that's over, it's time for you to leave! You don't even have a stamp card!

Rumia

I'm not going anywhere!

Rumia

I'm still having fun!

Rumia

We all decided to see the Stamp Rally through to the very end!

Tenshi

Is that so?

Tenshi

Then I'll just have to smash your fun into a million pieces!

Luna Child

Ahhh!

Eirin

Tenshi's attack hit Luna!

Tenshi

Silence yourself all you like. I can still see you!

Luna, run!

Luna Child

Heh.

Luna Child

All according to plan.

Luna Child

Cirno, the stamp card!

Tenshi

What?! That's not possible! I blasted you into oblivion!

Cirno

Never underestimate a fairy's healing power!

Wakasagihime

Urgh, everywhere hurts. Getting here was so painful...

Cirno

I'm ready when you are, Luna!

Cirno

All right, got the stamp card!

Tenshi

That fairy's heading for the stamp stand!

Wakasagihime

Ready, Cirno? I'll give you a boost!

Cirno

Wakasagihime flicked me forward with her tail. Now I just gotta run, run, run!

Cirno

Grab the inkpad, and... *stamp*

Cirno

The eighth stamp's ours!

Rumia

Yay!

Luna Child

Nice work, Cirno!

Cirno

Here's your stamp card, PLAYER!

Wakasagihime

Only one more to go!

Cirno

Then let's not waste any time!

Clownpiece

PLAYER, over here, over here!

Komachi

We did it! We got the eighth stamp!

Miss Komachi! Piece! Are you OK?!

Clownpiece

Totally fi―ow, ow, ow!

Komachi

Haha, Tenshi's attacks are no joke.

Cirno

You guys just aren't training hard enough!

Rumia

You two actually managed to shake her off?!

Cirno

She said something about giving herself a "time-out."

Wakasagihime

She plopped herself down and said she'd give us a three-minute head start.

Luna Child

Guess Cirno getting the better of her really stung. Maybe this is her way of saying good job...

Cirno

Where are Yamame and Parsee?

They, uhh...

They fell into a Hell Hole.

Cirno

They did?!

Luna Child

...

Wakasagihime

Don't beat yourself up, Luna.

Rumia

All we can do now is make 'em proud.

Yeah.

Rumia

Are we really going the right way?

Komachi

Should be this way, yeah.

Wakasagihime

The scenery's getting kinda bare, though.

Clownpiece

Tell me about it! It's feeling more and more like Hell!

Luna Child

I bet there are more traps up ahead.

Rumia

Then let's stay sharp!

Luna Child

...Is this some kinda sick joke?

Wakasagihime

If only.

Komachi

Is that...

Rumia

...A Hell Hole?

Eirin

No doubt about it.

Clownpiece

Hold up! What's with all the Underworld folks lying around?!

Komachi

Some of them have stamp cards. They must be part of the Stamp Rally.

Wakasagihime

They collapsed right near a Hell Hole... Something's not right here.

Komachi

This is where the rally route leads, though.

Cirno

D-Does that mean...?

Luna Child

Eek! Tenshi's on our tail!

Cirno

No way that was three minutes! Who taught her to count?!

Luna Child

W-We gotta do something before she catches up!

Rumia

You mean like... jump into the Hell Hole?

Cirno

A-Are you serious?!

Cirno

I-I-I'm not scared or anything! I-I-I just wanna check you're serious before I jump!

Wakasagihime

Cirno, you're trembling. Like, really badly.

Cirno

N-Nuh-uh! This is just how I warm up for a fight!

Komachi

According to the map, this is the only way forward.

Guess they wouldn't put a Hell Hole here for no reason.

Rumia

H-Haven't you heard the rumors?! Anyone who falls in faces Hell's most brutal torture!

Clownpiece

Bring it on!

Luna Child

P-Piece?!

Clownpiece

A bit of Hell torture doesn't scare me! I'm FROM Hell!

Clownpiece

I'll blast the pain away with my Hell power!

Eirin

...You've got spirit, I'll give you that!

Piece, Eirin...

Eirin

So, what are we going to do? The choice is yours.

Sorry, everyone...

Komachi

Tenshi's almost on us!

We're going into the Hell Hole!

Everyone

OK!

Tenshi

They jumped in, huh?

Tenshi

All the others were too scared.

Tenshi

So I crushed them all myself.

Tenshi

PLAYER...

Tenshi

You made the right choice.

Luna Child

Oww... Wh-Where are we?

Komachi

The ground's all sticky.

Rumia

*sniff* Urgh, this place stinks!

Wakasagihime

It smells like... oil.

Luna Child

It's so dark... We're totally defenseless.

The bottom of a Hell Hole...

I-I wonder when the torture starts.

Eirin

D-Don't lose your nerve now, hehe.

Rumia

Your voice is just as shaky as hers.

Clownpiece

O-OK, let's look for the stamp stand! D-Don't worry, if anything attacks us, I'll make it wish it didn't!

Komachi

I'm glad you're with us, Piece.

Rumia

C'mon, let's go!

Clownpiece

*punch* *punch*

Rumia

Can you give the shadow boxing a rest?

Clownpiece

No way. I need to be ready for a fight!

Clownpiece

Whoa! Wh-What was that noise?!

Rumia

It's just our sticky footsteps...

Komachi

Scared of our own footsteps? You really are cute, Piece.

Wakasagihime

Wait... Those aren't our footsteps.

Cirno

Y-Yeah, none of us are even moving right now.

Eirin

S-So whose are they?

Everyone

Ahhh!

Nazrin

Oww... Quit attacking us already.

Mamizou

Hoh hoh, looks like we gave you quite the fright.

S-Sorry, we thought you were monsters!

Luna Child

Hang on... You two fell into a Hell Hole yesterday, right?

Cirno

H-How are you still alive?

Nazrin

Because rumors are just rumors.

Cirno

Huh?

Nazrin

The Hell Holes were never anything to fear. They all just lead to this hot spring.

Luna Child

You mean there's no Hell torture? It's really just one big hot spring down here?

Nazrin

Yep.

Mamizou

Whoever ends up here gets to have a nice, long soak.

Nazrin

Everyone here's out of the rally, of course.

Nazrin

We can either take a bath or leave. But there's no way to get back up to the rally route.

Nazrin

That is, unless you fall down here AFTER collecting eight stamps.

Eirin

Let me guess: anyone who does gets to stamp their card at that stamp stand over there.

Mamizou

Bingo.

Rumia

The more stamps we collected, the more scared of falling into a Hell Hole we were...

Rumia

And the route itself was designed with that in mind. The final test was seeing if we'd jump into one ourselves.

Komachi

Now that's a clever design.

Cirno

Wh-What are we waiting for? Let's get to that stamp stand!

Luna Child

W-Wait!

Luna Child

Nazrin, Mamizou, has anyone else fallen down here?!

Nazrin

Yeah, loads. Mostly vengeful spirits, mind you...

Mamizou

Don't forget these two, though.

*gasp*

Yamame

Hey, guys!

Parsee

Phew, looks like you came here the right way.

Yamame! Parsee!

Luna Child

You're OK!

Yamame

Quit hugging us, you two!

Parsee

We haven't been apart THAT long.

B-But, you fell into that Hell Hole...

Luna Child

W-We were so worried about you!

Yamame

We've just been relaxing at this underground hot spring.

Clownpiece

Oh yeah, your hair's wet!

Parsee

Forget that. What's important is that you collected all eight stamps up above.

Cirno

Yeah! Now we can all get the ninth stamp together!

Yamame

But me and Parsee fell down here too early. Is it really OK for us to join the rally again?

Rumia

Of course! I'll drag you to that stamp stand if I have to!

Komachi

C'mon, everyone, let's go!

Yamame

Here we are. The ninth stamp stand.

Mamizou

Hoh hoh, we couldn't help but tag along.

Nazrin

Never thought PLAYER would ask us to be here.

I wanted you both to see!

We're about to finish the Stamp Rally!

Mamizou

That sure is something...

Yamame

This is such a big moment.

Parsee

Especially for you, Yamame. You've taken part in so many rallies.

Yamame

No kidding. I can't believe we're gonna get to see the prize.

Here goes.

All together on three.

Everyone

One, two... three! *stamp*

Luna Child

...

Wakasagihime

...

We finished...

The Stamp Rally!

Clownpiece

Woohoo!

Cirno

We're the STRONGEST!

Komachi

We completed the stamp card, but... what now?

Rumia

Look, there's something written on the stamp stand!

Yamame

You're right! Let's see here...

Luna Child

"Once your card is complete, hand it to the Stamp Rally organizer."

Oh yeah, Yuugi mentioned that before...

Yuugi

Anyone who brings the event organizer a full stamp card gets an awesome prize!

Yamame

Who's the event organizer?

Rumia

You mean you don't know?

Parsee

Isn't it Yuugi?

Yamame

Nope, nobody knows who it is. Whoever it is, they designed the rally route.

Eirin

Hmm, who else could it be but Yuugi?

Yamame

And why would they keep their identity a secret?

Komachi

Sounds like we're stumped...

Parsee

I think our best bet is to go and talk to Yuugi.

Nazrin

You can leave out the back exit.

Mamizou

C'mon, we'll show you the way.

Komachi

Who woulda guessed the Hell Holes were connected to the hot spring hotel?

Rumia

There were even Stamp Rally staff waiting at the exit.

Parsee

If you try to leave without a full card, they confiscate it.

Clownpiece

Did you see the look on their faces when they saw all our stamps?!

Wakasagihime

Can't blame them. This is the first time anyone's ever completed their card.

Luna Child

It was nice of Nazrin and Mamizou to show us the way, but then they headed straight back to the hot spring.

Rumia

They said they wanted to relax a little longer. They sure are making the most of this Stamp Rally.

Parsee

Anyway, let's find Yuugi―

Cirno

I-It's you!

Tenshi

Huh.

Tenshi

So you actually completed your stamp card.

Cirno

Y-You still wanna attack us?!

Tenshi

I mean you no harm.

Clownpiece

As if we'd trust you!

Cirno

We're no dummies!

Tenshi

Haha, you don't believe me?!

Tenshi

All I ever wanted was to stop you from completing your stamp cards.

Tenshi

But it's too late now. So I'll declare it loud and proud...

Tenshi

I won't lay another finger on you! Feel free to thank me, haha!

Yamame

As if! You've been nothing but trouble from start to finish, and now you want thanks?! You're totally self-centered!

Tenshi

Guilty as charged!

(Looks like she really isn't planning to attack us.)

Hey, Tenshi, any idea where Yuugi is?

Tenshi

Yuugi? She's probably over there somewhere.

Got it. Thanks!

Tenshi

See? PLAYER knows how to thank a celestial!

Tenshi

Oh, I almost forgot...

Tenshi

Congrats on finishing the Stamp Rally!

Yuugi

At last...

Yuugi

Someone's completed the Stamp Rally.

Yuugi

Great work!

Wakasagihime

Hehe, Yuugi looks as happy as us.

Parsee

So about the organizer... Where are they?

Rumia

We need to get this completed stamp card to them.

Yuugi

Ah right, the organizer. That would be...

Cirno

*gulp*

Yuugi

Someone I can't tell you. No hints, either.

Clownpiece

What?!

Luna Child

I-I don't get it.

Yuugi

Figuring out who they are is like the tenth stamp.

Yuugi

This is your final test.

Yuugi

But just to put your minds at ease, it's not...

Rumia

N-Not what?

Cirno

*gulp*

Yuugi

Not me!

Cirno

Popsicles!

Yuugi

Sure, I've been running things...

Yuugi

But it wasn't me who came up with the Stamp Rally route or any of the rules.

Cirno

Yeah, right! You're the organizer. You have to be!

Yuugi

Like I said, it's not me. But if you want proof...

Yuugi

You can battle me!

Yuugi

Not bad.

Yuugi

Seems like this rally's sharpened your battle skills, too.

Yuugi

But that doesn't change the fact I'm NOT the organizer.

Eirin

So finding them really is part of the rally.

Yuugi

Yep. But I promise this is the last task. Enjoy it!

Luna Child

Does this mean if we don't find the organizer, we don't get the prize?

Wakasagihime

That's what it sounds like.

Parsee

Even after collecting all those stamps, we're still not done...

Yamame

Meh, let's take Yuugi's advice and enjoy ourselves!

Clownpiece

We've come this far. There's no way we're backing down now!

Rumia

Everybody, think. Who could the organizer be?

Cirno

*ice fairy thinking*

Cirno

...

Cirno

No idea!

Clownpiece

Heh heh, no surprise there.

Clownpiece

Leave this to me! *Hell fairy thinking*

Clownpiece

...

Clownpiece

I got no idea, either!

Cirno & Clownpiece

Anybody figured it out yet?!

Yamame

Way to dump it on the rest of us!

Komachi

We need to take our time, put the pieces together one by one.

Luna Child

I-I think the organizer designed the rally route.

Luna Child

They wouldn't let anyone else make it so weird.

Parsee

True. Just the idea of giving up that much control makes me jealous.

What do you think, Eirin?

Eirin

Finally decided to ask the genius, huh? Good idea!

Eirin

First, I agree―the organizer and the route designer must be the same person.

Eirin

And since the difficulty changes with each run, they must be getting people's feedback somehow!

Eirin

The easiest way for them to do that is to compete in the rallies themselves!

Rumia

So you're saying the organizer is one of the participants?

Eirin

Exactly. And there's more...

Eirin

If you were the organizer, wouldn't you want to stick close to the person who completed the rally?

Clownpiece

Huh...

Komachi

You mean PLAYER?

Yamame

Wait, are you saying...

Parsee

The organizer's one of us?

Everyone

...

Yamame

Hahaha, no way.

Eirin

It could be anyone but the two first-timers, Luna Child and PLAYER.

Everyone

...

Cirno

I-I...

Yamame

Let's do this!

Parsee

D-Do what, Yamame?!

Yamame

It's been a long rally, and things are getting tense.

Yamame

At times like this, the best thing is to speak your mind!

Cirno

...

Yamame

Cirno, who do you think it is?

Cirno

I-I think it's...

Cirno

Yamame!

Yamame

Me, huh?

Cirno

You've been in the rally since the start. And it was you who asked PLAYER to take part!

Parsee

What about you? I distinctly remember you "hunting newbies" right from the off.

Wakasagihime

Why are you so desperate to clear Yamame's name? Kinda shady if you ask me.

Clownpiece

Sorry to interrupt, but I think it's Cirno! ...Or maybe Luna. Her ability's perfect for doing sneaky stuff!

Luna Child

Oh, yeah? Well, what about Piece and Komachi? They did all kinds of shady things. Maybe they're BOTH organizers!

Rumia

All I know is that it ain't me.

Komachi

That's exactly what the organizer would say.

Everyone

Grrr!

Eirin

This is starting to get ugly.

Yamame

Maybe we should settle things with a battle!

B-But we're all on the same team!

Komachi

Meh, it's worth a go.

B-But...

Yamame

Relax, PLAYER. Just think of these as team-building bullets!

Clownpiece

Phew, that was fun!

Wakasagihime

I'm exhausted from firing all those bullets. But I feel much better.

They're all on the floor... with big smiles on their faces!

Yamame

That'll do, I reckon.

Parsee

I certainly got everything off my chest.

Yamame

I'm gonna be real with you all. I'm NOT the organizer.

Cirno

Me, neither.

Luna Child

Ditto.

So none of you are the organizer?!

Eirin

I think it's a little early to be jumping to conclusions.

Clownpiece

Pfft, think what you want. I never doubted these guys for a second!

Eirin

Wait... Did you ALL believe each other? You just wanted an excuse to battle, didn't you?

Yamame

Hard to say. What do you think?

Eirin

...I've given up thinking.

Yamame

Sounds like the smart move.

Yamame

Anyway, now that our heads are clear from the battle, let's keep trying to figure out who the organizer is!

Shion

Huh? You actually collected all the stamps?

Yamame

Yep! That bungee jump paid off!

Yamame

Why are you backing away from us?!

Shion

I'm a poverty god... If I get too close, who knows what'll happen to that card?

Don't worry about that! It'll be fine!

Shion

Hehe, you're a sweet kid.

Shion

S-So, why did you all come to see me?

Parsee

To win the rally, we need to give this card to the organizer.

Parsee

Since you're a member of staff, we thought you might know who they are.

Shion

Sorry. Yuugi never told me...

Yamame

Figures... No need to apologize!

Rumia

Just to be sure, you're not the organizer, are you?

Shion

Hehe, if I was, every participant would be broke by now.

Rumia

Good point.

Parsee

Thanks for your help. We better keep asking around.

Shion

You're leaving already? How about one more bungee jump?

Luna Child

Why would we do that? We already stamped our card!

Shion

Right...

Shion

You really got all nine stamps, huh?

Shion

...Can I ask you something?

Yamame

Go ahead.

Shion

Was the Stamp Rally fun?

Super fun!

Shion

I'm glad to hear it.

Suika

The organizer? You mean it isn't Yuugi?

Cirno

Apparently not. Has anyone with organizer vibes come in for curry?

Miyoi

Organizer vibes? Don't think so...

Cirno

*sigh*

Miyoi

But still, I can't believe you actually completed the stamp card!

Suika

Heh heh, wanna celebrate with a plate of curry?

Rumia

Not if it's got more of that Hell chili powder in it!

Suika

Relax. Miyoi already gave me an earful for that. This time I'll serve you something mild.

Suika

Look, I dunno who the organizer is...

Suika

But if you stop wandering around aimlessly, I reckon you'll figure it out pretty quick.

Yamame

Hey, Kisume!

Kisume

H-Hi, Yamame. A-And everyone else. Congrats!

Parsee

You heard we completed our stamp card?

Kisume

Y-Yep!

Yamame

In that case, we'll cut right to the chase...

Kisume

N-No way! I could never organize something like this.

Parsee

We didn't think so, either.

Yamame

No, but we still had to ask. Sorry!

Kisume

I-It's OK.

Kisume

B-But, Yamame?

Yamame

What's up?

Kisume

This might sound strange...

Kisume

But don't you already know who the organizer is?

Yamame

No. Wh-Why would you think that?

Kisume

S-Sorry, forget I said anything!

Luna Child

We asked a whole bunch of people, but none of them knew who the organizer is.

Yamame

We could really use some kinda hint!

...

Parsee

Hey, Yamame. Don't you think it's about time to tell the truth?

Yamame

The truth? What truth?

Parsee

Kisume said it herself. You already―

Eirin

This charade has gone on long enough.

Cirno

Huh?

Eirin

Still haven't put the pieces together, Cirno? Your innocence is very endearing.

Eirin

But the rest of you surely figured it out back when we had that battle.

Eirin

I know you two did, Yamame and PLAYER.

Eirin...

Yamame

Busted.

Eirin

You can't fool a genius.

Eirin

If you knew, why did you lead the others on a merry chase around Hidden Springs?

Yamame

Because I didn't want us to turn on each other. Not after everything we've been through.

Eirin

But the rally won't end until you get that card to the organizer.

Yamame

Yeah, I guess you're right.

Yamame

*deep breath*

Yamame

Eirin...

Yamame

You're the organizer.

Eirin

Who's to say?

Clownpiece

You're not gonna admit it?!

Eirin

I never said I would. Oh, I know!

Eirin

How about a battle? I sat the last one out.

Eirin

If you win, I'll answer your questions.

Let's do it.

Eirin

Just know, I won't lose.

Eirin

After all... I'm a GENIUS!

Eirin

Hahaha, I can't believe you beat me.

Eirin

A deal's a deal. I'll answer your questions!

Yamame

All right... You're the organizer, right?

Eirin

Why would you think that?

Yamame

Well...

Yamame

You've been slipping us hints all along. Like during the last battle of bullets.

Luna Child

Now that I think about it, every piece of advice Eirin gave us was spot on.

Eirin

...

Yamame

The only explanation is that you're the organizer.

Eirin

An interesting theory. But―

Hey, Eirin! Did you have fun?!

Eirin

Huh? What do you mean?

Rumia

Isn't it obvious! PLAYER's asking if you had fun doing the Stamp Rally with us!

Eirin

Why would she want to know that?

Because you're our friend.

And if you didn't have fun with us...

Well, that would really suck.

Eirin

Huh...

Eirin

Of course I had fun!

Eirin

All I wanted...

Eirin

Was some friends!

Luna Child

Come again?

Eirin

I didn't have any before. Is wanting friends not allowed?!

Wakasagihime

Seems totally fine to me!

Eirin

A-Are you sure?

Cirno

You're so nice, Wakasagihime!

Cirno

I think it's fine, too, though!

Luna Child

W-Wait... did you organize this whole event just to make friends?

Eirin

I'll get to that. But first, I have to explain a few things.

Eirin

To start, I'm not this world's Eirin Yagokoro.

Eirin

But... I have no memories of my world. Not even one. Cool, right?

Clownpiece

Uhh, is it?!

Eirin

Hehe, you're adorable, Clownpiece.

Eirin

Anyway, I started wondering WHY I don't have any memories.

Eirin

I theorized it was because I was somehow defective.

Eirin

I had no proof, but that theory took hold of me. It squeezed me so hard I thought I might pop.

Eirin

That's why I couldn't make any friends here.

I'm not sure I follow.

Eirin

If I really was defective...

Eirin

Then it wouldn't be safe for me to get close to anyone here.

Eirin

I wanted to be sure I didn't end up hurting the people around me. But I didn't have any memories to use as confirmation.

Eirin

For all I knew, I was a ticking time bomb, just waiting to explode.

Wakasagihime

And that's why you organized the Stamp Rally?

Eirin

I was lonely. So even if I couldn't make lasting friends...

Eirin

I thought if everyone was having fun, I could slip in unnoticed.

Eirin

And for a little while, I would have friends.

When Eirin first came to Hidden Springs...

Yuugi

Who're you?

Tenshi

Never seen you here before! Are you lost?

Eirin

(To persuade Yuugi, I cranked my brainpower up to max and made her an offer she couldn't refuse.)

Eirin

I have an idea to liven up Hidden Springs. Wanna hear it?

Yuugi

Huh, that does sound fun. I'm in!

Eirin

Thanks. I'll work out the details and get back to you.

Eirin

Oh, and can I count on your help, too?

Tenshi

Me?

Eirin

Yes. I want you to make sure no one collects all the stamps.

Tenshi

So you told 'em everything, huh?

Cirno

Eek, it's her!

Yamame

You always show up at just the right time, huh?!

So Tenshi attacked us because you asked her to, Eirin?

Eirin

Uh-huh. I didn't want the Stamp Rallies to end.

Eirin

I got her to attack the participants, and I upped the difficulty each time...

Eirin

All so I could cling onto my friends for a little longer.

Yamame

But this time, I feel like you actually helped us.

Eirin

Maybe...

Clownpiece

I'm surprised Tenshi agreed to help. I thought she hated taking orders.

Tenshi

Watch your mouth. I'll have you know I'm a very thoughtful individual.

Tenshi

When someone asks me for help, I rarely refuse. It's called noblesse oblige. Look it up! Haha!

Tenshi

So, what now, Eirin?

Tenshi

If you want, I can go full destruction mode and stretch this rally out a little longer.

Eirin

Thanks... but no thanks.

Huh?

Eirin

I had fun with everyone.

Eirin

So much fun that I couldn't help myself.

Eirin

I wanted to complete the rally together!

Tenshi

Sounds like a happy ending to me.

Eirin

Congratulations! You officially completed the Hidden Springs Stamp Rally!

Eirin

Now hand that stamp card to the organizer.

Eirin

Aka me!

After PLAYER gave her the stamp card, Eirin fired a massive burst of bullets into the sky.

It was a signal to everyone in Hidden Springs that the Stamp Rally was over.

Cirno

So come on, what's the big prize?!

Eirin

There were all sorts of rumors: becoming the ruler of Hell, a secret Underworld treasure...

Eirin

But the truth is even better!

Eirin

Here you go!

A piece of paper? ...Something's written on it.

Luna Child

Let me see...

Luna Child

"Hidden Springs Fireworks Show - VIP Ticket"

Everyone

Whoa!

Eirin

Yuugi and I agreed that if someone completed the rally, we'd celebrate with a fireworks show.

Eirin

There's only one ticket, but since you all helped... you're all VIPs!

Eirin

Hope you enjoy yourselves!

Eirin

Wh-Why did you grab my hand, PLAYER?

Because you're coming with us!

Eirin

I am?

Eirin

A-Are you sure?

Everyone

Yep!

Yamame

What's better than watching fireworks with friends?!

Eirin

But we were only supposed to be friends during the rally.

Cirno

Pfft, friendships don't end like that!

Clownpiece

Even if you're not safe to be around, who cares? Danger reminds me of Hell, and I love Hell!

Eirin

...

Eirin

You guys!

Clownpiece

Oh no, she's crying! D-Did I say something mean?!

Komachi

What you said was just perfect!

Rumia

C'mon, those VIP seats are waiting for us.

Luna Child

We don't wanna miss the fireworks!

Eirin

OK!

Tenshi

There they go...

Yuugi

There you are, Tenshi! Gimme a hand setting up the fireworks, would ya?

Tenshi

I really don't want to...

Tenshi

But I suppose I should see this rally through to the end.

Tenshi

After all, I'm a very thoughtful person.

Cirno

Whoa, these fireworks are incredible!

Eirin

Of course they are. I planned the show myself!

Wakasagihime

You really are smart. Look, another one just flew up!

Yuugi

Hey, you lot! Having fun?!

Oh, it's Yuugi!

And she brought food!

Rumia

Smells like curry!

Yuugi

I ordered a ton from Miyoi! Eat up, and one day you'll be as big as those fireworks!

Clownpiece

Whoa, gimme, gimme!

Yuugi

Dig in, everyone!

Yamame

Phew, this hot spring vacation was nonstop fun from start to finish!

You're telling me!

Eirin

It's time for the biggest firework!

Cirno & Clownpiece

Boom!

Cirno

Hey, don't copy me!

Clownpiece

You're the one copying me!

Wakasagihime

Haha, you two sure are getting along well.

Komachi

Yeah. I'm totally jealous.

Cirno & Clownpiece

We're NOT getting along at all!

Eirin

Umm, Miss PLAYER?

Yeah?

Eirin

Will we still be friends after the fireworks show?

Of course!

We'll be friends forever!

Eirin

*sob* *sob*

Rumia

Sh-She's crying again!

Parsee

And way harder than before.

Yamame

Acting like a kid at last, huh? Glad to see it.

Luna Child

Oh no... I think I'm gonna cry, too!

Eirin

*sob* I-I'm not crying! And I'm NOT a kid!

Eirin

*sniff* B-But...

Eirin

If you all wanna be friends with me that badly...

Eirin

Then I guess I have no choice. The night's still young...

Eirin

And there's plenty more fun to be had!

Yukari

So, how was your hot spring trip?

Well, there wasn't much time for hot springs...

It was basically a Stamp Rally trip!

Yukari

Disappointed?

No, I had a lot of fun!

And made so many new friends!

Yukari

You sure did. You traveled far and wide together, collecting stamps.

Yukari

Each one holds its own unique memory.

Yukari

That's what's so wonderful about stamp rallies.

Will you do the next one with me?

Yukari

Teehee, if the opportunity arises.

Yukari

Now, how about a dip in a hot spring?

For real?

Yukari

Of course. Like you said, there wasn't time for it in Hidden Springs.

Yippee!

I'm gonna go find Eirin and the others!

Yukari

Be careful not to overheat!

Yukari

And she's gone.

Yukari

I wouldn't mind a quick soak myself.

Yukari

As for taking part in a Stamp Rally... Maybe some other time.

Yukari

If I do decide to join one...

Yukari

They'll have to up the difficulty significantly. Teehee.

It had been some time since the fireworks show.

And PLAYER was back in Hidden Springs...

Yamame

Hey, Eirin, look! PLAYER's back!

Eirin

Th-That's great... but why are you shoving me?!

Yamame

Duh. 'Cause you kept going on about how much you wanted to see her again.

Yamame

I wanted to make sure this moment was special for you!

Eirin

I-I didn't ask you to do that...

Eirin?

Eirin

*fidget* *fidget*

Luna Child

She's fidgeting!

Parsee

That's adorable. Sometimes I get fidgety when I'm feeling extra jealous.

Yamame

No kidding? Looks like it's getting worse.

Eirin

*fidget* U-Umm... Th-Thanks for coming back. I-I've been looking forward to... *gulp* s-seeing you again!

Yamame

Should we call a doctor, or...?

Parsee

Nah, she's just a little overcome with emotion.

How've you been, Eirin?

Eirin

Umm... since the Stamp Rally, I've been helping Yuugi out around town with Luna and the others.

Luna Child

I was summoned to this world when Yuugi made a wish for more hot spring hotel staff.

Luna Child

The rally was super fun, so I figured the least I could do was help her out a bit before I go home.

Yamame

She says it like that, but her and Eirin have been having a blast living here!

Parsee

Yep. I've been crazy jealous.

I'm glad to hear you're both having fun!

So, what's the plan for today?

Yamame

Well, since we were so busy with the Stamp Rally last time, you didn't get a chance to take a hot spring bath, right?

Yamame

So why don't we go around town doing just that?!

Luna Child

Whoa!

Eirin

*fidget* *fidget*

Parsee

She's still fidgeting...

Yay, hot springs!

C'mon, Eirin, let's go!

Eirin

L-L-Let go of my hand!

Yamame

Give it a rest, would you?! We all know you're glad PLAYER's here!

Eirin

S-Stay out of this, Yamame!

Eirin

Fine, I admit it. I AM happy she's here! Why wouldn't I be?!

Teehee! I'm happy, too!

Eirin

You really just say how you feel, huh? I... I really like that about you.

Eirin

All right, let's go.

Eirin

I designed the Stamp Rally route, so I know this hot spring town like the back of my hand.

Eirin

And that makes me...

Eirin

The perfect hot spring tour guide!

Eirin

This is the famous hot spring resort!

Yamame

I haven't been here in ages. I almost forgot how big it is!

Luna Child

The first time I came here, I almost got lost.

Eirin

Heh heh, don't worry. This time, a genius is here to help.

Eirin

Follow me. I'll show you what the resort has to offer!

Parsee

Is that...?

Cirno

Ahh, these massage chairs feel amazing!

Wakasagihime

The poster wasn't lying. I DO feel like I'm floating in space.

Cirno and Wakasagihime are in massage chairs!

Wakasagihime

I'd recognize that voice anywhere. Hello, everyone.

Cirno

You guys are here, too, huh?

Yamame

Yep! We wanted to give PLAYER a chance to do some R&R!

Cirno

Oh, PLAYER! Long time no see!

Cirno

We'll give you a tour of the resort if you want. C'mon, follow me!

Eirin

H-Hold it! I'm her tour guide!

Cirno

So? You can just sit in a massage chair till we're back.

Eirin

...

Eirin

Absolutely not!

Luna Child

Hey, bullets aren't allowed here!

Parsee

If you're both so desperate to show PLAYER around, why don't you BOTH be tour guides?

Wakasagihime

That's a wonderful idea!

Cirno

I-If Wakasagihime says so...

Yamame

Eirin?

Eirin

F-Fine. But...

Eirin

I'm the MAIN tour guide, understood?! I get to go in front!

Cirno

Yeah, yeah, whatever!

Cirno

This is it... The coolest spot in the whole resort!

Eirin

Yes. And if you look over there, you'll see...

Eirin

The water slide!

A-A water slide?! Here?!

Wakasagihime

It's no regular water slide.

Wakasagihime

It's a hot spring water slide!

A hot spring water slide?!

I wanna try, I wanna try!

Luna Child

Whoa, she's sprinting straight for it!

Yamame

Look at her go!

Eirin

Hey, remember to stretch a little first!

Parsee

I-It's pretty steep...

Luna Child

Y-You said it. It kinda reminds me of the Genbu Ravine!

Cirno

Pah, scaredy cats! Check it out, I'm cool as a cucumber!

Wakasagihime

Cirno was scared her first time, too. But after a few slides, she got over it.

Cirno

Shh, Wakasagihime! Don't tell 'em that!

Eirin

All right, we've all done some light stretching. Time to slide.

Eirin

You look like you want to go first PLAYER.

What?! N-No way!

Eirin

You say that, but you're already sat down and ready to go.

Eirin

Guess I've got no choice but to go right behind you.

Parsee

Don't act disappointed. This is exactly what you wanted.

Eirin

Nuh-uh! ...Teehee.

Yamame

Enough chit-chat. Let's go!

Cirno

See you all at the bottom!

Yay!

Eirin

Ahh!

Wakasagihime & Cirno

Eek! Whoooa!

Parsee & Yamame

I'm so jealouuuus! Weeee!

Yamame

Wow, that was so much fun!

Luna Child

I was surprised how deep the hot spring tub at the bottom was...

Luna Child

But I feel even more refreshed than usual after a bath!

Parsee

I heard way more splashing than usual, though...

Cirno

You did?

Wakasagihime

Hm, what's with all the bubbles over there?

Rumia

Boo!

Cirno

Eeeeeeek!

Rumia

Hey, what's with all the bullets?!

Cirno

If you don't wanna get blasted, then don't jump out from the water and shout boo!

Yamame

Are you here to enjoy the resort, too?

Rumia

Yep. I love the hot spring eggs they have here, so I drop by sometimes.

Rumia

I was taking a bath when I spotted you guys.

Parsee

And then?

Rumia

And then... I decided to scare you all.

Yamame

Fair enough.

Rumia

I followed you up to the top of the water slide and slid down.

Luna Child

Wow, you're almost as stealthy as me.

What are hot spring eggs, Rumia?

Rumia

There's an open-air bath area up ahead. The eggs are cooked reaaaaal slow in the water there.

Rumia

The best part? You can eat as many as you like!

Rumia

I'm heading there now to get more!

Rumia

But I kinda wanna eat you first! You know, to celebrate us meeting here!

Eirin

No! PLAYER's not food!

Eirin

And quit telling her stuff about the resort! I was JUST about to go and show her the open-air baths myself.

Wakasagihime

Now, now, why don't we all go there together?

Cirno

Great idea!

Eirin

Fiiiine. Everyone, follow me!

Eirin

That includes you, Rumia! But no more jumpscares!

Rumia

OK... The last time we were all together like this was at the Stamp Rally, huh?

Luna Child

It'd be great if we ran into Komachi and Piece.

Luna Child

...

Clownpiece

Miss Koma'i, 'ese eggs are 'uper 'ummy!

Komachi

You're so cute when you're eating! But try not to talk with your mouth full.

Clownpiece

*swallow* Finished! You gotta try a hot spring egg!

Clownpiece

Here, this one's perfect. Open wiiiiide!

Komachi

A-Are you sure about this? ...Ahhh.

Everyone

...

Luna Child

We ran into them!

Komachi

I just came here to unwind with Piece. I never thought we'd bump into you guys!

Luna Child

It really is a small Underworld.

Clownpiece

It sucks that you interrupted my precious time with Miss Komachi...

Clownpiece

But I'll let it slide this time! The No. 1 Stamp Rally team is back together!

Clownpiece

Quit standing around and get in the water already!

Cirno

You can't tell us what to do.

Wakasagihime

Teehee, you two are perfect for each other.

Squeeze over, Piece. I'm coming in!

Cirno

Ahh... The indoor baths can be a little too hot for me, but this is just right.

Eirin

And it's so nice to breathe in the fresh air.

This is the life...

Komachi

Uh-oh, I think PLAYER's melting into the bath.

Komachi

If anyone wants a hot spring egg, they're over there!

Rumia

Found 'em! Thanks, Komachi.

Yamame

Looks like there's just enough for one each.

Cirno

So share 'em around!

Parsee

The egg itself was great, but...

Luna Child

Eating just one has left me even hungrier.

Eirin

Then let's hit up some of the food stalls in town!

Rumia

I'm in! I LOVE food stalls!

Eirin

Then it's settled. I know just the spot to take you first!

Whoa, so many stalls!

Rumia

So many yummy smells!

Yamame

So where are you taking us, Eirin?

Eirin

Right there!

Parsee

...Is that who I think it is?

Tenshi

Welcome!

Tenshi

Ready to eat the world's best yakisoba?

Clownpiece

T-Tenshi?!

Komachi

Wh-What are you doing here?

Tenshi

Are you deaf? I'm making yakisoba.

Yamame

Y-You opened a yakisoba stall?!

Tenshi

Yep.

Parsee

Umm... why?

Tenshi

I've been making a ton for myself lately.

Tenshi

The way I make it is heavenly.

Tenshi

So much so that it seemed a waste not to let everyone else give it a try.

Tenshi

I was so bored of all the banquets in Heaven. Turns out, Earth has some pretty interesting ingredients.

Tenshi

And they helped me make the world's best yakisoba.

Tenshi

I borrowed this stall from Yuugi and set up shop here.

Luna Child

Oh, so that's why she was grumbling about having her stall stolen...

Cirno

Have you actually been able to sell any yakisoba?

Parsee

Seems like we're your only customers.

Tenshi

Didn't you hear me? My yakisoba is the best.

Wakasagihime

That's the spirit.

Tenshi

But Rome wasn't built in a day, you know?

Tenshi

Making the perfect plate of yakisoba takes time.

Tenshi

You have to separate the noodles, find fresh vegetables and meat with the right amount of fat, warm the oil slowly...

Tenshi

Then add the ingredients one by one and cook them gently. It takes time for all the delicate flavors to harmonize.

Tenshi

But the customers won't wait. Their impatience is deplorable.

Tenshi

See that kid over there? She's the only one who didn't ask for their money back and leave.

Eirin

Don't worry, I know just how yummy your yakisoba is. I'll wait!

Eirin

We all will!

Yamame

I dunno... Will we?

Eirin

Yes! We will!

Eirin

You've all got to try Tenshi's yakisoba!

I'll wait!

We need one, two, three... A lot of portions!

Rumia

If PLAYER's OK to wait, then I suppose I am, too!

Parsee

Who are you kidding? You're just hungry.

Komachi

I guess we can all relax here for a while. We're counting on you to fill our bellies, Tenshi!

Tenshi

On it. But don't come crying to me when my yakisoba ruins all the other yakisoba out there.

Yamame

What're you doing?!

Tenshi

I'm making some extra special yakisoba, just for you.

Tenshi

You know, by blasting the ingredients.

Eirin

All right! Tenshi's using her secret bullet seasoning technique!

Parsee

That's not a real thing!

Tenshi

You bet it is.

Tenshi

In fact... mind if I use some of your bullets, too?

Tenshi

Food tastes better after a battle, anyway!

Tenshi

It's ready!

Tenshi

Eat!

Luna Child

I can't believe we still had to wait an hour after the battle...

Clownpiece

Let's just hope it tastes good!

Here goes... *chomp*

Everyone

*chewing*

Everyone

*chewing intensifying*

Cirno

Exquisite!

Clownpiece

This yakisoba's so good it even made Cirno smarter!

Parsee

Hrmm. I hate to admit it after how mean she was during the Stamp Rally... but this is really good.

Komachi

The bullet seasoning really does make a difference. It's like, the crispy bits are crispier, and the soft bits are softer.

Tenshi

Hahaha! Kneel before the majesty of my yakisoba!

Yamame

I had my doubts when you randomly started battling us, but this really is something special.

Yamame

Thanks, Tenshi! And thank you, too, Eirin. Without you, we'd have never bothered waiting this long!

Eirin

...

Yamame

What's the matter?

Eirin

*sniff*

E-Eirin, are you crying?

Tenshi

Moved to tears by deliciousness, heh?

Tenshi

Wait... She's eaten my yakisoba plenty of times, but I've never seen her cry before.

Tenshi

I don't get it.

Eirin

*sniff* *sob*

Tenshi

Why are you crying?

Eirin

I-I'm a genius.

Eirin

*sniff* And being a genius means... I think ten steps ahead.

Parsee

What are you getting at?

Eirin

I can't stop picturing the moment our fun together ends.

Eirin...

Luna Child

W-We can all hang out again. It's not like this is the last time we'll ever see each other.

Eirin

I know...

Eirin

But some of you were summoned here from another world, and once you're done helping Yuugi...

Eirin

You'll have to go home.

Parsee

Wow, you really are thinking ahead.

Eirin

Told you...

Eirin

I-I know I can be a pain. Geniuses often are.

Clownpiece

Pfft, that's no excuse!

Eirin

Sorry!

Cirno

Piece, lay off her!

Clownpiece

I-I didn't mean to...!

Clownpiece

Urgh, fine. Take my carrot slices and stop crying!

Eirin

*sniff* Th-Thank you.

Tenshi

You're just giving her them 'cause you don't want them.

Clownpiece

N-No way!

Rumia

I think I get why she's upset. Basically all of us are from different worlds...

Yamame

...

Yamame

Say, you guys wanna take a walk?

Eirin

A walk?

Yamame

Yeah. It's just what we need after all those noodles. Follow me!

Yamame

Thanks for the yakisoba, Tenshi!

Luna Child

It was way yummier than I thought it'd be!

Tenshi

Enjoy your walk! And don't forget to spread the word about my stall!

Parsee

This is where the Stamp Rally began.

Yamame

Yuugi made the announcement, and everyone took off at once!

We bumped into Miss Komachi and Piece here, too.

Komachi

Yep. I was fixing Piece's yukata when you found us.

Clownpiece

Oh, yeah! You guys were totally lost, so Miss Komachi helped you out!

Yamame

Not exactly. Like I said back then, I already knew where to go!

Eirin

...

Wakasagihime

This is the bungee jump spot that Shion was in charge of.

Parsee

Cirno showed up here to "hunt newbies."

Cirno

I-I was just doing what I had to... Although I guess I was being kinda mean!

But thanks to that...

You and Wakasagihime joined our team!

Cirno

Y-You sure are nice to think of it that way!

Yamame

That reminds me, we met Luna at the third stamp station up ahead.

Luna Child

I saw Tenshi chasing you, so I followed in secret. Then we met for real on the bridge.

Parsee

That swarm of vengeful spirits was no joke, but thanks to you, we made it across safely.

Luna Child

I did trip on the way, though...

Yamame

But we still got the third stamp!

Eirin

...

Rumia

I remember this spot. This is where I joined the team.

Yamame

And we ate Suika's spicy curry together.

Rumia

That's right! My mouth was on fire!

Luna Child

I never thought Suika would just take a stamp stand like that...

Yamame

Still, we managed to get our fourth stamp. And then Tenshi attacked us.

Yamame

It was you who saved us, Eirin.

Eirin

...!

During the Stamp Rally...

You only joined us partway through.

Parsee

So did most people. It was just me, you, and Yamame at the start, remember?

Yeah. That's exactly why I wanted...

To visit all the Stamp Rally spots together!

Eirin

PLAYER...

Yamame

Hey, Eirin. We can stop this if you want.

Parsee

Sure, a lot of us do have our own worlds to go back to. But we don't have to leave yet.

Parsee

So until then...

Parsee

We can keep visiting places on the rally route that we didn't see together last time.

Komachi

Yeah, and it's not like Yuugi's gonna stop needing our help anytime soon.

Clownpiece

Nope! But I can't be stuck doing chores forever, either. I gotta make time to relax with Miss Komachi!

The point is, Eirin, there's no need to rush.

We can pick up our rally route tour on another day.

Yamame

This is a hot spring town. Taking it nice and slow is what we do!

Eirin

...Teehee.

Eirin

All right.

Eirin

Next time, let's visit ALL the rally route spots! Even the ones we've already seen together!

Sounds good to me!

Cirno

Say the word, and we'll be there!

Eirin

I can't wait.

Eirin

But, if it's all right with you guys...

Eirin

I'd like to finish the rally route today.

Eirin

That way, I know this'll be a day I remember forever and ever.

Rumia

...Well, what are we waiting for?!

Yamame

Beats me! Let's go!

Eirin

Yippee!

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